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Origin: Italian

Meaning: Yearning; Sorrow; Desired

Desiderio is a melodic masculine name of Latin origin that means “yearning,” “sorrow,” and “desired.” Desiderio is a biblical name that early Christians used to express their longing for God. It is also of Italian origin, meaning “desire” or “longing,” and is often given to a longed-for child. It is the masculine version of the French name Desiree which means “much desired.” Desiderio is a beautiful name to bestow upon baby, representing how they complete the missing piece of the puzzle.