Meaning & Origin
Desirae is a girl's baby name of French and Latin origin, a variant spelling of Desiree, from the French désirée, meaning 'desired' or 'longed for' — from the Latin desiderare, to long for, to miss. With over 13,000 recorded births in U.S. SSA data, Desirae has genuine American history.
The "-ae" ending of Desirae gives the French classic a distinctive spelling that appears in American naming from the 1970s onward. The meaning — desired, longed for — has made this name a favorite for children who were eagerly awaited or who represent the fulfillment of a profound wish. It carries warmth in every syllable.