Desai
Pronunciation: [ d-ays-AH-ee ]
Desai is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,601 in the US, popular nicknames include Des, Dey, and Desie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Desai first appeared in US Social Security records in 2009.
Over 71 babies have been named Desai in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Desai is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,601 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,601
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Desai
Desai is a boy name .
Desai is currently ranked #18,601 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Desai include Des, Dey, and Desie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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