Girl Name · Irish Origin
Deidra
Deidra is a girl baby name of Irish origin, meaning "Sorrowful, broken-hearted". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Deidra often also consider Dedra.
Deidra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Sorrowful, broken-hearted
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Deidra to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Deidra as D·E·I·D·R·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Deidra is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Deidra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Deidraa, Deidrae, Deidray, Deidr.
- Nicknames: Dei and D.
- Middle names: Pair Deidra with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Deidra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Dedra, Deitra, Detra, Deidre, Dieter — full picks on the sibling names for Deidra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Deidra? Browse our names like Deidra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Deidra
What does the name Deidra mean?
Deidra means "Sorrowful, broken-hearted" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Deidra?
Deidra originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Deidra?
Deidra has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Deidra a boy's or girl's name?
Deidra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Deidra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Deidra sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Deidra?
Names that share Deidra's sound and style include Dedra, Deitra, Detra, Deidre, Dieter.
What middle names pair well with Deidra?
Good middle-name fits for Deidra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Deidra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Deidra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Deidra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Deidra share its rhythm without rhyming — Dedra, Deitra, Detra all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.