Dester
Dester is a boy baby name. Ranked #16,486 in the US, popular nicknames include Des, Dey, and Desie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dester first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 7 babies have been named Dester in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dester is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,486 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #16,486
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Also a Girl Name
Dester is also used as a girl name, ranked #38184.
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About the Name Dester
Dester is a boy name .
Is Dester a boy or girl name? Dester is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #16,486 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #38,184. Dester is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dester is currently ranked #16,486 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dester include Des, Dey, Desie, and Destie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dester include Destin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis