Deresa

“African”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1284US 2023

916Births / yr

→Stable

46All-time births

📅 Since 196100

How to pronounce Deresa

dur·AY·SAH

/dər.ˈeɪ.ˈsɑ/ · stress on AY · 3 syllables

“African”

American origin · Girl name

What does Deresa mean and where does it come from?

Deresa is a variation of various names that may be encountered particularly among African communities, where it signifies strength and resilience. The name rose to faint recognition in the U.S. around the early 2000s. It is often given in hopes of empowering the bearer.

Cultural significance

Deresa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of african.

Peak popularity

Reached #4384 in 1969 — currently #1284 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Deresa?

Deresa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Deresa Grace

How popular is Deresa right now?

Holding steady — currently #1284 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#1284 · Top 0.95%

1965

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1284	916	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1289	896	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1294	866	▲ up 3938 · +10725% births
1965	#5232	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Deresa

Best Year2023Rank #1284

Peak Count916

Average Rank#2275

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1965 - 20234 years

The story of Deresa

Deresa is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 46 total births recorded, Deresa remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5232 in 1965 to #1284 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Deresa in 1969:

Lisa Michelle Jennifer Kimberly Melissa

💎Deresa has only 46 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Deresa?

Common

DerDerieDeryEsa

What names sound and feel like Deresa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Deresa also consider these

Delesa

American · Possibly derived from

Denesa

American · follower of Dionysius,

Derena

American · English

Dereka

American · A modern female

Jeresa

American · uplifted

Keresa

American · a fanciful variation

Seresa

American · Spanish

Doresa

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Deresa

What does the name Deresa mean?

Deresa means "African" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Deresa?

Deresa is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Deresa?

Deresa originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Deresa?

Deresa is a three-syllable name pronounced D AH0 R EY1 S AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Deresa?

Deresa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.