What is the origin of the name Deirdra?

Deirdra is a name of Irish origin.

How do you pronounce Deirdra?

Deirdra is pronounced DEER-druh.

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GirlIrish

Deirdra

DEER-druh

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Irish

Total Births

1,172

Peak Year

#56 in 1961

First Recorded

1944

Style

Vintage, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Deirdra is a variant of Deirdre, an Irish name meaning "sorrow" or "broken-hearted." It is derived from Old Irish.

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Dee Deirdre

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Dee Deirdre

Spelling Variations

Deirdre Derdriu

Similar Names

Moira Siobhan Aisling Niamh

Personality Traits

PassionateStrong-willedMysteriousCreative

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