Landlord or country squire
Desai is a traditional Indian surname and occasional given name derived from the Sanskrit words 'desha', meaning country or land, and 'swami', meaning lord or master. Historically, it was a title given to officials who held land or collected taxes in parts of India. It carries a sense of leadership and community standing.
About 12 boys were named Desai in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Olympic bronze medalist sprinter
