Desiree Clevenger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Desiree Clevenger — Latin
54K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Desiree Clevenger is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Desiree is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Désirée, Desiree, Desirée or Desirae (with other variations possible) is a feminine given name of French origin ultimately derived from the Latin word desiderata, meaning desired. Desideria, an early version of the name and a feminine form of Desiderius, was in use in Europe as early as the 800s. The Puritans used the name Desire as a virtue name. The surname Clevenger: Claudia Clevenger (born 1955), American former competition swimmer and world record-holder Cliff Clevenger (1885–1960), United States Representative from Ohio Craig Clevenger, American author of contemporary fiction Dale Clevenger (1940–2022), principal horn of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Ean Elliot Clevenger, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and songwriter for A-F Record's political hardcore-punk band Pipedown Helen Clevenger (died 1936), American college student murdered in Asheville, North Carolina Joseph Clevenger (born 1980), American educator and superintendent Raymond C. Desiree is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 54K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Desiree reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Desiree

Latin

Désirée, Desiree, Desirée or Desirae (with other variations possible) is a feminine given name of French origin ultimately derived from the Latin word desiderata, meaning desired. Desideria, an early version of the name and a feminine form of Desiderius, was in use in Europe as early as the 800s. The Puritans used the name Desire as a virtue name.

Surname: Clevenger

English

Claudia Clevenger (born 1955), American former competition swimmer and world record-holder Cliff Clevenger (1885–1960), United States Representative from Ohio Craig Clevenger, American author of contemporary fiction Dale Clevenger (1940–2022), principal horn of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Ean Elliot Clevenger, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and songwriter for A-F Record's political hardcore-punk band Pipedown Helen Clevenger (died 1936), American college student murdered in Asheville, North Carolina Joseph Clevenger (born 1980), American educator and superintendent Raymond C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Desiree is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Desiree by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Desiree Clevenger

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Desiree Clevenger:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Desiree?
The first name Desiree originates from Latin. Désirée, Desiree, Desirée or Desirae (with other variations possible) is a feminine given name of French origin ultimately derived from the Latin word desiderata, meaning desired. Desideria, an early version of the name and a feminine form of Desiderius, was in use in Europe as early as the 800s. The Puritans used the name Desire as a virtue name.
When was Desiree most popular?
The name Desiree reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Clevenger?
The surname Clevenger originates from English. Claudia Clevenger (born 1955), American former competition swimmer and world record-holder Cliff Clevenger (1885–1960), United States Representative from Ohio Craig Clevenger, American author of contemporary fiction Dale Clevenger (1940–2022), principal horn of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Ean Elliot Clevenger, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and songwriter for A-F Record's political hardcore-punk band Pipedown Helen Clevenger (died 1936), American college student murdered in Asheville, North Carolina Joseph Clevenger (born 1980), American educator and superintendent Raymond C.
What are the origins of the name Desiree Clevenger?
The name Desiree Clevenger combines two different traditions: the first name Desiree has Latin roots, while the surname Clevenger originates from English.
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