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Dezirae
Pronounced DEZ-ə-ray /ˈdɛz.ə.reɪ/High
Meaning: A spelling of Desiree — from French désirée, 'desired, longed-for' (from Latin desideratum)Medium
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History & Origin
Dezirae is a spelling of Desiree — from French désirée, 'desired, longed-for' (from Latin desideratum), a name given to a much-wished-for child. A lyrical, romantic name; the Dez-/-ae styling personalizes it (said 'DEZ-ə-ray'; nickname Dez).
It registers thinly beside Desiree. Rare in this spelling, desired-and-longed-for at the root, and romantic.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Dezirae mean?
Dezirae spells Desiree — French 'desired, longed-for'.
How do you pronounce Dezirae?
It's said DEZ-ə-ray /ˈdɛz.ə.reɪ/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Dezirae a boy or girl name?
Dezirae is a girl's name.
How popular is Dezirae?
Dezirae is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Desiree is more common.