Diarmuid Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationDEER-mood / ˈdʲiːrˠmʊd̪ʲ

Irish

Meaning

Irish: 'free man'

Historical & Cultural Background

Diarmuid is a traditional Irish name with roots in Gaelic culture. It is often associated with the legendary figure Diarmuid Ua Duibhne, a hero in Irish mythology. The name has been borne by various historical figures in Ireland, contributing to its cultural significance. It remains a popular choice in Ireland and among those of Irish descent.

Trend Summary

Diarmuid has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence among Irish heritage names.

Similar Names

DermotDarraghDonalDeclanDylanDaireDonnachaDiarmuidh

Variants

  • Diarmuidh
  • Dermot

International Variants

  • Diarmuid (Irish)
  • Dermot (English)

Famous people named Diarmuid

Diarmuid Gavin is an Irish garden designer known for his innovative landscaping projects.

Diarmuid O'Carroll is an Irish footballer who has played for various clubs in the League of Ireland.

Diarmuid Connolly is a Gaelic football player who has represented Dublin at the inter-county level.

Diarmuid O'Leary is an Irish actor recognized for his roles in various television series.

Fictional characters named Diarmuid

Diarmuid Ua Duibhne is a character in the Irish mythological tale 'The Cattle Raid of Cooley', known for his tragic love story.

Diarmuid is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Fates', serving as a loyal knight.

Sibling Suggestions

AislingNiamhSeamusCaoimheRonanFionnOrlaSaoirse

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Diarmuid was first seen in the United States in 2009. Diarmuid has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Diarmuid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Diarmuid

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20095
20136