Deirdre: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A sorrowful beauty whose tale echoes through ages.
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #7252
- Peak
- #333 in 1961
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Deirdre Means
Deirdre is a girl name of Irish origin. A sorrowful beauty whose tale echoes through ages.
How Popular Deirdre Is
Deirdre currently ranks #7252 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #333 in 1961. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Deirdre
- Deirdre peaked at #333 in the U.S. in 1961.
- Deirdre is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Deirdre is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
Names Like Deirdre
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Deirdre
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Deirdre.
Questions About Deirdre
What does Deirdre mean?
Deirdre is a girl name of Irish origin. A sorrowful beauty whose tale echoes through ages.
How popular is Deirdre?
Deirdre currently ranks #7252 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #333 in 1961. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Deirdre come from?
Deirdre comes from Irish roots. Deirdre peaked at #333 in the U.S. in 1961.
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