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Deidre

DEE-druh

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginIrish

The Story of Deidre

This name, born from the heart of ancient Irish sagas, whispers tales of passion and beauty, a story now waiting for your daughter.

Deidre is an Old Irish name, famously the name of a tragic heroine in the Ulster Cycle of Irish mythology. Its precise etymology is debated, but it is often associated with words meaning 'sorrow' or 'breaking heart,' reflecting her poignant legend. The name spread from Ireland through folklore and literature, becoming known in English-speaking countries as a symbol of deep emotion and artistic sensitivity.

To speak 'Deidre' is to evoke a sense of profound depth and artistic soul. When you write it on her birth certificate, you may feel a current of intense emotion, a recognition of the passionate spirit you already sense within your daughter. This name carries the weight of ancient stories and the sensitive intuition that comes from understanding the heart's deepest currents.

What It Means

Derived from the Old Irish name Deirdre, meaning 'sorrow' or 'breaking heart'.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Deidre Hall

    American actress on 'Days of Our Lives'

  • Deirdre of the Sorrows

    Tragic heroine in Irish legend

Personality Traits

PassionateArtisticSensitiveIntuitive

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#541 in 1963

Total Births

14,677

First Recorded

1933

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