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