Desideratus was a 6th-century Gallo-Roman bishop who led the see of Verdun from 529 until 554. Born in Dijon to an aristocratic family, he was the son of Gundobaud of Burgundy. His tenure as bishop involved significant interactions with the Merovingian kings, including a period of exile following persecution by King Theuderic I. He is remembered for his efforts to assist the impoverished citizens of his diocese through financial mediation with the royal court.