Deidra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deidra is an Irish name derived from 'Deirdre', linked to a tragic figure in mythology. It means sorrowful or broken-hearted and evolved from its Old Irish form to modern usage. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with strength and depth, while having no biblical relevance.
The name Deidra is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Deidra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Deidra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4090th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 972nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 687th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 824th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3538th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14588th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Deidra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deidra"
Pronunciation
/ˈdiːdrə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Deidra is derived from the Irish name 'Deirdre', which is associated with a tragic figure in Irish mythology. The name is often interpreted as meaning 'sorrowful' or 'broken-hearted'.
Meaning
sorrowful, broken-hearted
Language Evolution
Deirdre (Old Irish), Deidra (Modern Irish and English)
Historical Usage
The name Deidra gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, after the revival of interest in Irish mythology and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Deirdre, Dee, Dede
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Deidra is viewed as a charming and somewhat exotic name, often associated with strength and depth due to its mythological roots.
Famous People
Deidre Hall (American actress), Deidra D. W. Smith (American writer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deidra"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Deidra"
"Deidra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4090th of 9204 | 89 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 972nd of 12526 | 2,081 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 687th of 19264 | 3,687 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 824th of 27321 | 3,703 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3538th of 35406 | 669 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14588th of 30306 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Deidra" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Deidra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
83.35% 1297th/1556 |
- |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.09% 915th/2227 |
41.03% 997th/2430 |
27.55% 786th/2853 |
39.82% 1105th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
24.28% 713th/2937 |
24.66% 859th/3483 |
14.84% 522nd/3518 |
24.33% 984th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.66% 835th/3685 |
26.19% 1172nd/4475 |
11.98% 622nd/5194 |
17.26% 1090th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.48% 3046th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
51.61% 3774th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deidra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deidra" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.