Deirdre Faircloth

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Deirdre Faircloth — broken-hearted
180K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1965s Peak popularity
Gender
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Deirdre Faircloth is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Deirdre is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. From Old Irish Derdriu, meaning uncertain. Deirdre of the Sorrows is one of the great tragic heroines of Irish mythology. The surname Faircloth: Surname Art Faircloth (1921–2010), American football player Earl Faircloth (1920–1995), American politician and lawyer Frank M. Faircloth (1820–1900), Union naval officer Frederic Herbert Faircloth (1870–1925), Australian architect John Faircloth (born 1939), American politician Larry V. Deirdre is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 180K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Deirdre reached peak popularity in the 1965s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Deirdre

Meaning: broken-hearted

Celtic

From Old Irish Derdriu, meaning uncertain. Deirdre of the Sorrows is one of the great tragic heroines of Irish mythology.

Surname: Faircloth

English

Surname Art Faircloth (1921–2010), American football player Earl Faircloth (1920–1995), American politician and lawyer Frank M. Faircloth (1820–1900), Union naval officer Frederic Herbert Faircloth (1870–1925), Australian architect John Faircloth (born 1939), American politician Larry V.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Deirdre is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 48%
United Kingdom 36%
United States 15%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Deirdre by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Deirdre Faircloth

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Deirdre Faircloth:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Deirdre?
The first name Deirdre originates from Celtic. From Old Irish Derdriu, meaning uncertain. Deirdre of the Sorrows is one of the great tragic heroines of Irish mythology.
When was Deirdre most popular?
The name Deirdre reached its peak popularity during the 1965s.
What is the origin of the surname Faircloth?
The surname Faircloth originates from English. Surname Art Faircloth (1921–2010), American football player Earl Faircloth (1920–1995), American politician and lawyer Frank M. Faircloth (1820–1900), Union naval officer Frederic Herbert Faircloth (1870–1925), Australian architect John Faircloth (born 1939), American politician Larry V.
What are the origins of the name Deirdre Faircloth?
The name Deirdre Faircloth combines two different traditions: the first name Deirdre has Celtic roots, while the surname Faircloth originates from English.
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