Dessa

The name Dessa is Latin in origin and the meaning of Dessa is ‘wanderer’. This name is a variant form of the name Odessa, which is derived from the Greek name Odysseus. This is where it takes its meaning from, as Odysseus means 'a wanderer in life'. Odysseus is a figure from Greek mythology and was the hero in Homer's epic poem 'The Odyssey'. He was the Prine of Ithaca, which was a small island in the Ionian sea. He was known for his cunning brain and invaded the city of Troy with a giant wooden horse, in which he and his soldiers hid inside. This is where we get the phrase 'a trojan horse' from. He also successfully saved his crew from the wrath of a cyclops. He is one of the greatest Greek heroes, so the name Dessa is associated with strength, power and respect. The name has a number of variants, such as Desa and Odessa.

Gender

Girl

Origin

Russian

Numerology

D is for discreet, you can keep a secret.

E is for expressive, not one to hold within.

S is for superb, a great attitude about life.

S is for sensational, you know how to make a splash!

A is for accord, the harmony you spread.

Lucky

Dessa lucky number is 3.

The number 3 has always held powerful symbolism. Think about good things coming in 3s, the birth-life-death cycle, the mind-body-soul connection, the 3 acts of a typical story. Wherever the number 3 shows up in your life, it's generally an omen of creativity, communication, optimism, and curiosity!

Dessa in Pop Culture

• "Dessa Rose " book and musical by Sherley Anne Williams