Desiderius

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Desiderius means 'longing' or 'yearning'.
Popularity
Desiderius is an uncommon name, and as such, it does not rank in any popularity charts.

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Cartoon of Desiderius

Desiderius Name meanings & History

Desiderius is of Latin origin. The name Desiderius means 'longing' or 'yearning'. Derived from Latin desiderium meaning "longing, desire". It was the name of several early saints. It was also borne in the 8th century by the last king of the Lombard Kingdom. Desiderius is a name that is rarely used in modern times, but it does have a long and storied history. It would be an excellent choice for parents looking for a name that is both unique and full of meaning.

Zodiac Sign of Desiderius: Domestic Cancer

Synonyms of Desiderius:

D: Domestic,Daddy,Demanding,Determined,Dutiful,Doting

E: Enliven,Environment,Entertain,Expressive,Enlighten,Exaggerate

S: Solidity,Social Standing,Security,Sex,Sensuality,Success,Status

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

R: Resourceful,Rational,Restless,Reason

U: Unity,Understanding,Universality,Undermining,Utopia

Desiderius is:

  • a Mature name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Desiderius include Desiderius Erasmus (1466-1536), a Dutch philosopher and theologian, and Desiderius Orban (1884-1986), a Hungarian-American painter and art educator.

Related Names to Desiderius

Similar names to Desiderius include Desi, Des, and Deryk.