Holding steady.
Popularity of Diedra since 1944
Babies named Diedra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 125 |
| 1950s | 191 |
| 1960s | 653 |
| 1970s | 390 |
| 1980s | 366 |
| 1990s | 174 |
| 2000s | 19 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Diedra is a respelling of the Irish mythological name Deirdre, which was popularized in the mid-20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1944 and saw its peak usage in 1964, consistent with the broader embrace of Irish names during that era. Though it has since declined and no longer ranks in the top 1000, its trajectory has remained stable. As a modern variant, Diedra offers a streamlined take on a classic name with deep roots in Irish legend.
Diedra is a modern spelling variant of Deirdre, a name from Irish mythology. Deirdre of the Sorrows was a tragic heroine in the Ulster Cycle. The name's exact etymology is debated, but it may derive from Old Irish *derdriu* meaning 'daughter of the storm' or related to 'sorrow'. The spelling Diedra emerged in mid-20th century America as a respelling or simplification.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dee, Deedee, Didy
Sibling names for Diedra
Names that share Diedra's style, for a brother or sister.
