Deirdre Milligan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Deirdre Milligan — broken-hearted
180K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1965s Peak popularity
Gender
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Deirdre Milligan 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 Milligan: Adam Milligan, a minor character in the show Supernatural Bruno Milligan, a character in the television series Footballers' Wives Lori Milligan, a character in the film The Final Destination Lucy Milligan, a character in the television series Footballers' Wives Owen Milligan, a character in the Degrassi series Rex Milligan, a fictional character created by Anthony Buckeridge All pages with titles containing Milligan Mulligan (surname) 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: Milligan

English

Adam Milligan, a minor character in the show Supernatural Bruno Milligan, a character in the television series Footballers' Wives Lori Milligan, a character in the film The Final Destination Lucy Milligan, a character in the television series Footballers' Wives Owen Milligan, a character in the Degrassi series Rex Milligan, a fictional character created by Anthony Buckeridge All pages with titles containing Milligan Mulligan (surname)

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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 Milligan:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Milligan?
The surname Milligan originates from English. Adam Milligan, a minor character in the show Supernatural Bruno Milligan, a character in the television series Footballers' Wives Lori Milligan, a character in the film The Final Destination Lucy Milligan, a character in the television series Footballers' Wives Owen Milligan, a character in the Degrassi series Rex Milligan, a fictional character created by Anthony Buckeridge All pages with titles containing Milligan Mulligan (surname)
What are the origins of the name Deirdre Milligan?
The name Deirdre Milligan combines two different traditions: the first name Deirdre has Celtic roots, while the surname Milligan originates from English.
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