Deirdra
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Deirdra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 1,132 babies have been named Deirdra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deirdra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,755 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,755
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Old English/Germanic origin
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Ancient Greek origin
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#36,852 in US
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About the Name Deirdra
Deirdra is a girl name .
Deirdra is currently ranked #36,755 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deirdra include Dei, Deir, Deiry, Deirie, Dra, Dray, Draie, Dey, Deie, and Deikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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