Deirdre Langham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Deirdre Langham — broken-hearted
180K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1965s Peak popularity
Gender
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Deirdre Langham 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 Langham: Langham is a surname. People with the surname include: Langham baronets, titleholders in the baronetcy of England Sir Charles Langham, 13th Baronet (1870–1951), English entomologist and photographer Antonio Langham (born 1972), former American professional football player Bianca Langham-Pritchard (born 1975), Australian field hockey player Chris Langham (born 1949), British comedy actor Derald Langham (1913–1991), American geneticist researcher Elias Langham (1749–1830), American politician, land surveyor and soldier Franklin Langham (born 1968), American professional golfer J. N. 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: Langham

English

Langham is a surname. People with the surname include: Langham baronets, titleholders in the baronetcy of England Sir Charles Langham, 13th Baronet (1870–1951), English entomologist and photographer Antonio Langham (born 1972), former American professional football player Bianca Langham-Pritchard (born 1975), Australian field hockey player Chris Langham (born 1949), British comedy actor Derald Langham (1913–1991), American geneticist researcher Elias Langham (1749–1830), American politician, land surveyor and soldier Franklin Langham (born 1968), American professional golfer J. N.

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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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Numerology

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

11
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Langham?
The surname Langham originates from English. Langham is a surname. People with the surname include: Langham baronets, titleholders in the baronetcy of England Sir Charles Langham, 13th Baronet (1870–1951), English entomologist and photographer Antonio Langham (born 1972), former American professional football player Bianca Langham-Pritchard (born 1975), Australian field hockey player Chris Langham (born 1949), British comedy actor Derald Langham (1913–1991), American geneticist researcher Elias Langham (1749–1830), American politician, land surveyor and soldier Franklin Langham (born 1968), American professional golfer J. N.
What are the origins of the name Deirdre Langham?
The name Deirdre Langham combines two different traditions: the first name Deirdre has Celtic roots, while the surname Langham originates from English.
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