Didier Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEE-dyay / diˈdjeFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: 'beloved'; Latin: 'God is my judge'
Historical & Cultural Background
Didier is a name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Desiderius. It has been used in France since the Middle Ages and is associated with the Christian saint Saint Didier. The name has variations in different cultures and has been popular in various regions, particularly in French-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Didier has seen fluctuating popularity in the US, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Didi
- Didier
International Variants
- Desiderio (Italian)
- Didier (French)
- Dídac (Catalan)
Famous people named Didier
Didier Drogba is an Ivorian retired professional footballer known for his time with Chelsea FC and the Ivory Coast national team.
Didier Deschamps is a French former footballer and current manager, recognized for leading the French national team to victory in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Didier Raoult is a French microbiologist known for his research in infectious diseases and his controversial views during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Didier Sornette is a French physicist and entrepreneur known for his work in the field of risk analysis and complex systems.
Fictional characters named Didier
Didier is a character in the animated series 'Les Aventures de Tintin', known for his role as a supporting character.
Didier is a character in the film 'The Intouchables', where he plays a significant role in the story of friendship and care.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Didier was first seen in the United States in 1960. Didier has ranked as high as #1327 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Didier has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Didier (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 51 |
| 2010 | 46 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 24 |