Deirdre

Pronunciation: [ d-EERDR-uh ]

Girl Name #11,460 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Deirdre is a girl name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-EERDR-uh.

Parents who love the name Deirdre often also consider Della, Delia, Dessie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #11,460
Total SSA Count: 10

Nicknames

Dei Dey Deiie Deirie

Similar Names

Della Delia Dessie Dena Deborah Dessa Delilah Dell

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deirdre

Is Deirdre a boy or girl name?

Deirdre is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Deirdre?

Deirdre is pronounced d-EERDR-uh.

How popular is the name Deirdre?

Deirdre is currently ranked #11460 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Deirdre?

Common nicknames for Deirdre include Dei, Dey, Deiie, and Deirie.

Is Deirdre a common or rare name?

Deirdre is an uncommon name, ranked #11460 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Deirdre

Deirdre is a girl name .

Deirdre is currently ranked #11,460 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Deirdre include Dei, Dey, Deiie, and Deirie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.