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    Deirde

    "Sorrowful one from the sea's edge"

    DEER-dra

    Origin

    Celtic (Irish)

    Syllables

    2

    Zodiac

    Cancer

    Trend

    Steady

    At a glance

    Deirde is a name often given to girls. Ranked #6033 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Celtic (Irish) origin and traditionally means "Sorrowful one from the sea's edge". It has 2 syllables.

    The Story of Deirde

    Deirde traces its roots to Old Irish phonetics similar to Deirdre, evolving through medieval manuscripts where it symbolized tragic heroines. Over centuries it adapted in diaspora communities while retaining its melancholic charm. Culturally it represents the Celtic reverence for storytelling and fate. In media it appears in fantasy novels as a mystical figure. Personality traits include deep empathy, artistic intuition, and quiet strength. The name encourages connection to heritage and emotional depth. Historical usage shows it in Irish folklore as a symbol of enduring love and loss. Modern parents appreciate its uniqueness without feeling invented.

    Popularity

    Currently ranked #6033 on the Baby Billboard Charts.

    Numerology Profile

    7Life Path

    Seeks truth and spiritual insight.

    3Soul Urge

    Desires creative self-expression.

    4Personality

    Appears practical and grounded.

    1Expression

    Leads with independence and originality.

    Zodiac & Astrology

    Cancer

    Water
    Ruled by Moon

    Fits emotional and intuitive nature.

    Strengths

    Intuitive
    Protective
    Nurturing

    Compatible Signs

    Scorpio
    Pisces

    Lucky Numbers

    2711

    Lucky Colors

    Silver
    Sea green

    Best Career Paths

    Artist
    Counselor
    Historian

    Name Energy & Vibe

    Evokes quiet mystery and emotional richness.

    Color Aura

    Moonlit Silver

    Element

    Water

    Season

    Autumn

    Gemstone

    Moonstone

    Spirit Animal

    Seal

    Power Word

    Depth

    Energy Type

    Water × Autumn

    Personality & Traits

    Empathetic

    Deeply understands others' emotions.

    Artistic

    Expresses beauty through creative outlets.

    Famous People Named Deirde

    D

    Deirde Wilson

    Irish folk singer

    D

    Deirde O'Connell

    Actress in period dramas

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    Deirde in Pop Culture

    Deirde

    Celtic fantasy novel series

    Historical Events

    800

    Mentioned in Irish annals.

    1900

    Revived in Celtic renaissance.

    International Variations

    DeirdreIrish
    DeirdraScottish

    Deirde in Different Scripts

    ديرد

    Arabic

    黛尔德

    Chinese (Mandarin)

    ディアデ

    Japanese (Katakana)

    데이르드

    Korean

    דירדה

    Hebrew

    Ντέιρντ

    Greek

    Деирде

    Cyrillic

    डेइर्ड

    Hindi (Devanagari)

    Nicknames & Short Forms

    Dei
    Dee
    Rida

    Middle Name Suggestions

    Beautiful middle name pairings with Deirde:

    Deirde Maeve

    Deirde Siobhan

    Deirde Bronwyn

    Deirde Elowen

    Deirde Fiona

    Deirde Aisling

    Deirde Caitlin

    Deirde Rhiannon

    Fun Facts & Trivia

    1

    Linked to ancient Irish sagas.

    2

    Popular in 20th century revival.

    3

    Evokes misty Celtic landscapes.

    Name Compatibility

    Names that pair beautifully with Deirde as partners:

    Deirde&Cian

    Deirde&Liam

    Deirde&Owen

    Deirde&Declan

    Deirde&Eamon

    Deirde&Seamus

    Sibling Name Suggestions

    Names that pair beautifully with Deirde:

    Pronunciation

    DEER-dra

    Quick Facts

    First LetterD
    Gendergirl
    Syllables2
    OriginCeltic (Irish)
    Name DayNovember 3
    Rank#6033

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    This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.