Deidre
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Deidre
Deidre is a feminine name derived from the Irish name Deirdre, associated with a tragic heroine in Irish mythology. The legendary Deirdre of the Sorrows was known for her extraordinary beauty and tragic fate in the Ulster Cycle of Irish legends. The name possibly comes from Celtic elements meaning 'woman' or 'fear.' Deidre, this alternative spelling, gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century. The name peaked in usage during the 1960s and 1970s in the United States but has since declined. Deidre carries an air of Celtic mystique and literary depth, offering a connection to ancient Irish heritage with a slightly modernized spelling.
Deidre is also given to boys.
Pronounced DEER-drah.
As of October 2026, Deidre ranked #6295 in US births in 1987 SSA, peaked at #4534 in 1969.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
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Deidre on lists
Famous Deidres
- Deidre Ann HallGirl
American actress; twin sister Andrea Hall
- Deidre DownsGirl
Miss America 2003
- Deidre RubensteinGirl
Australian actress
- Deidre HollandGirl
Dutch adult film actress
- Deidre Leanne BrockGirl
Scottish MP
- Deidre GoodwinGirl
American actress
- Deidre McCallaGirl
American singer,songwriter
Deidre in pop culture
- Deidre "DodieGirl
" character on "As Told by Ginger"