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Dessa

Girl Name #7,626 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Dessa is a girl name, recorded for 15 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Dessa often also consider Della, Delia, Dessie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #7,626
Total SSA Count: 15

Nicknames

Des Dey Desie

Similar Names

Della Delia Dessie Dena Deborah Delilah Dell Dellar

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dessa

Is Dessa a boy or girl name?

Dessa is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Dessa?

Dessa is currently ranked #7626 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Dessa?

Common nicknames for Dessa include Des, Dey, and Desie.

Is Dessa a common or rare name?

Dessa is an uncommon name, ranked #7626 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Dessa

Dessa is a girl name .

Dessa is currently ranked #7,626 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Dessa include Des, Dey, and Desie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.