Deirdre
Sorrowful one
GenderGirlOriginIrishSay itDEER-druhPopularityVintage
Pronounced DEER-druh
About the name Deirdre
A tragic but beloved heroine from the Ulster Cycle of mythology. Known as the fairest woman in Ireland, the name carries a sense of legendary weight and romance.
Deirdre has a deep, thoughtful soul and a quiet intensity that draws people in.
Fun fact
Deirdre is the tragic heroine of Irish mythology's 'Deirdre of the Sorrows,' one of the three great legendary sorrows of old Ireland.
Nicknames for Deirdre
DeeDedeDidi
Variations
DeidraDerdre
Famous people named Deirdre
- Deirdre O'Kane (Irish comedian and actress)
- Deirdre Madden (Irish novelist)