Desdemona

According to its Greek origin, the meaning of Desdemona is 'ill-starred'. Other meanings of the name are 'unlucky', 'misery', or 'ill-fated'. Desdemona is a feminine name and traditionally used by parents looking to name a baby girl. The name was common during Shakespearean times, named after the character Desdemona in William Shakespeare's play 'Othello'. Elsewhere, Desdemona or 'Dez' is the name of the cat in the comic book 'Angel: Aftermath', and the name also appears in Erin Dionne's book 'The Total Tragedy Of A Girl Named Hamlet'. The name is also given to a fictional character in the play 'Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)' by Ann-Marie MacDonald, and it appears in the comic books 'Cicero's Cat' and 'Mutt And Jeff'.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

ill-starred

Origin

Greek

Numerology

D is for dazzle, the sparkle of you.

E is for expressive, not one to hold within.

S is for sweet, your pleasing way.

D is for discreet, you can keep a secret.

E is for exotic, no lack of spirit here!

M is for mild, your mild and gentle way.

O is for openness, it’s refreshing!

N is for name, a pleasant one indeed.

A is for activities, for you have many.

Lucky

Desdemona lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Desdemona

• Desdemona Fullmer possible plural wife of American Mormon leader Joseph Smith

Desdemona in Pop Culture

• "Desdemona" tragic wife in the play Othello by William Shakespeare
• "Desdemona " song by by Gene Anthony Ray in the TV's "Fame"
• "Desdemona " song by British band John's Children
• "Desdemona " play by Toni Morrison
• Desdemona character in the book "The Total Tragedy of a Girl Named Hamlet" by Erin Dionne