Dessa Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dessa has Scandinavian origins, derived from the Old Norse 'Dís', meaning goddess or fairy. The name has evolved through various forms and retains a sense of uniqueness and creativity in modern usage. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Dessa is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dessa has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dessa' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1894th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2865th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3399th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4624th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7302nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7364th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dessa' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dessa"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛsə/
Origin
Scandinavian
Etymology
The name Dessa is believed to be derived from the Old Norse name 'Dís', which means 'goddess' or 'fairy'. It has also been associated with the word 'desire' in various cultures.
Meaning
goddess, fairy, desire
Language Evolution
Dís (Old Norse), Dessa (Modern Scandinavian), Dessa (Anglicized form)
Historical Usage
The name Dessa has seen varying levels of popularity throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, particularly in Scandinavian countries and among those with Scandinavian heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Dessa, Des, Dessie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dessa is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dessa (singer, rapper, and writer), Dessa (a member of the musical group Doomtree)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dessa"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dessa"
"Dessa" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1894th of 9107 | 348 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2865th of 9204 | 179 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3399th of 12526 | 234 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4624th of 19264 | 194 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6321st of 27321 | 198 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7302nd of 35406 | 249 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7364th of 30306 | 186 |
Regional Popularity of "Dessa" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dessa" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
83.14% 1967th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.90% 2578th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dessa"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dessa" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.