Deirdra

Girl name

Deirdra has been given to 1,172 babies in the U.S. since 1944. It peaked in 1961.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,172

Peak year

1961 (56 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1944

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Deirdra — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Deirdregirl

16,845 babies since 1921

Deidragirl

10,287 babies since 1941

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FAQ

How popular is the name Deirdra?

Deirdra has been given to 1,172 babies in the U.S. since 1944. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Deirdra peak?

Deirdra peaked in 1961, when 56 babies were given the name.

Is Deirdra a girl or boy name?

Deirdra is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Deirdra are girls).

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