Dervla

daughter of a poet

GenderGirlOriginIrishSay itDER-vlaPopularityUncommon
Pronounced DER-vla

About the name Dervla

Dervla means daughter of a poet, a lovely tribute to Ireland's literary tradition. It's elegant and rarely heard outside Ireland.

Thoughtful and articulate, with a natural storyteller's charm.

Fun fact

Travel writer Dervla Murphy made this name known internationally through her adventurous books.

Nicknames for Dervla

Der

Variations

Famous people named Dervla

  • Dervla Kirwan (actress)

Sibling name ideas

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