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Nhan

Derived from the French word meaning 'desired' or 'longed for.' This name belongs to someone who is deeply cherished and seen as a precious gift, reflecting a soul that is both magnetic and appreciative of life's blessings.

Key Stats

Total births366
GenderMale (13% / 87%)
Peak year1988
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1982
Most recent2001
Syllables1
OriginFrench, Latin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Desiree Akhavan (Director, The Miseducation of Cameron Post) · Desiree Linden (Professional Runner, Boston Marathon Champion) · Desiree Rogers (Business Executive, Johnson Publishing Company) · Desiree Hartsock (Television Personality, The Bachelorette) · Desiree Ross (Actress, Greenleaf)

Nicknames & Diminutives

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