Desmona
Girl nameDesmona has been given to 27 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It peaked in 1973.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
27
Peak year
1973 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1970
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Desmona — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Desmona.
Sibling name ideas for Desmona
Same era and popularity as Desmona, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Desmona?
Desmona has been given to 27 babies in the U.S. since 1970. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Desmona peak?
Desmona peaked in 1973, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Desmona a girl or boy name?
Desmona is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Desmona are girls).
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