Deirdre
Deirdre: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdeːɹdɹə/ · /ˈdɪədɹi/
Meaning and origin of Deirdre
- A female given name from Irish.
Etymology
From Irish Deirdre, from Old Irish Derdriu.
How popular is Deirdre?
Since 1880, 16,845 girls in the U.S. have been named Deirdre. Its highest rank for girls was #333 in 1961. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Deirdre
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Deirdre
Sister and brother names that share Deirdre's Irish roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Deirdre FAQ
What does the name Deirdre mean?
A female given name from Irish. From Irish Deirdre, from Old Irish Derdriu.
What is the origin of the name Deirdre?
Deirdre is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Deirdre?
Since 1880, 16,845 girls in the U.S. have been named Deirdre. Its highest rank for girls was #333 in 1961. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Deirdre a boy or girl name?
Deirdre is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 16,845 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.