Desma
Pronunciation: [ d-EESM-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Desma first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 357 babies have been named Desma in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Desma is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,113 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,113
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Desma
Desma is a girl name .
Desma is currently ranked #38,113 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Desma include Des, Dey, Deie, and Deskins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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