Deidre Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationDEE-dra / /ˈdiːdrə/

Irish; Gaelic

Meaning

Irish: broken-hearted; Gaelic: sorrow

Historical & Cultural Background

Deidre is a name rooted in Irish mythology, particularly associated with the tragic figure Deirdre of the Sorrows. This character is known for her beauty and the sorrowful tale of her doomed love. The name has been used in various literary works, emphasizing themes of love and loss. It has seen varying popularity over the years, often linked to its mythological origins.

Trend Summary

The name Deidre has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.

Similar Names

DeannaDianaDahliaDeliaDarlaDaphneDariaDemi

Variants

  • Deirdre
  • Derdriu

International Variants

  • Deirdre (Irish)
  • Derdriu (Irish)

Famous people named Deidre

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Fictional characters named Deidre

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Sibling Suggestions

CianNiamhAislingRonanSiobhanOrlaLiam

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Deidre was first seen in the United States in 1969. Deidre has ranked as high as #1145 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Deidre has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Deidre

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19695
19876