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Dezire
Dezire Pronunciation
Dezire is pronounced də-ZEER /dəˈzir/Medium
Meaning: A phonetic spelling of Desire/Desiree — from French désirée, 'desired, longed for, wished for' (Latin desiderare)Medium
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History & Origin
Dezire is a phonetic spelling of Desire/Desiree — from French désirée, 'desired, longed for, wished for' (from Latin desiderare; a name given to a long-awaited, cherished child; the empress Désirée). A soft, lyrical name; the Dez-/-ire spelling personalizes it (we note the unconventional styling; said 'də-ZEER').
It registers thinly beside Desiree. Rare, desired-and-longed-for at the root, and lyrical.
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How do you pronounce Dezire?
Dezire is pronounced də-ZEER (/dəˈzir/). Press play above to hear Dezire said aloud.
How do you say Dezire?
Dezire is said də-ZEER (/dəˈzir/). Press play above to hear Dezire said aloud.
What does the name Dezire mean?
Dezire spells Desiree — French 'desired, longed for'.
Is Dezire a boy or girl name?
Dezire is a girl's name.
How popular is Dezire?
Dezire is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Desiree is more common.