Declining since 1994, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Deyanira since 1962
Babies named Deyanira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 31 |
| 1970s | 180 |
| 1980s | 267 |
| 1990s | 743 |
| 2000s | 502 |
| 2010s | 182 |
| 2020s | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Deyanira entered the U.S. baby name records in 1962 and has never been common. It saw its highest usage in 1993, when it reached its peak rank of 13,208th. Since 1994 its frequency has been falling, and by 2025 it was given to roughly 1 in every 267,878 girls. The name is a Spanish variant of the Greek mythological name Deianeira, whose tragic story gives the name a dramatic weight. Though rare nationwide, it carries a distinctive sound that may appeal to families looking for a name with classical roots and Latin flair. No U.S. state has recorded a notably high concentration of Deyanira births, suggesting its use is scattered across the country.
Deyanira is a Spanish variant of Deianeira, the name of a figure in Greek mythology. Deianeira was the wife of Heracles; she unwittingly caused his death with a poisoned cloak, which gave rise to the meaning 'husband-destroyer'. The name has been used in the Spanish-speaking world, though it remains rare. It saw modest use in the United States from the 1960s onward, particularly among Hispanic families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deya, Nira
Sibling names for Deyanira
Names that share Deyanira's style, for a brother or sister.
