Deairra
Celtic feminine name associated with the oak tree.
Name Census estimates that about 189 living Americans carry the first name Deairra. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Deairra today is around 23 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Deairra births was 1995 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Deairra. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
189
~ 1 in 1,813,515 Americans
Peak year
1995
16 babies that year
Average age
23
years old
2024 SSA rank
#15,816
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Deairra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Deairra from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 88 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Deairra by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Deairra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Deairras live
Origin
Meaning and history of Deairra
The name Deairra has its origins in ancient Gaelic culture, dating back to the 5th century CE. It is derived from the old Irish words "deair" meaning "tear" and "rra" meaning "king" or "ruler." The name was initially used to describe a powerful leader who was known for his compassionate nature and ability to shed tears for his people.
In the early medieval period, the name Deairra was popularized by a legendary Irish warrior and chieftain who led his clan in battles against invading forces. His bravery and loyalty to his people were celebrated in various ancient Irish texts and bardic tales, further solidifying the name's significance in Gaelic culture.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Deairra was a 7th-century Irish monk and scholar who traveled to the monasteries of continental Europe, spreading knowledge and contributing to the preservation of ancient texts. His dedication to learning and his spiritual teachings earned him a reputation as a wise and revered figure.
In the 10th century, a powerful Irish king named Deairra Mac Lochlainn ruled over the northern province of Ulster. He was known for his military prowess and his efforts to defend his kingdom against Viking raids. His reign was marked by several significant battles and his name became synonymous with strength and resilience.
During the 12th century, a renowned Irish bard and storyteller named Deairra Ó Dálaigh gained fame for his poetic compositions and his ability to captivate audiences with his tales of heroism and adventure. His works were widely celebrated and helped to preserve the rich oral traditions of Ireland.
In the 16th century, a Scottish noblewoman named Deairra Douglas played a prominent role in the tumultuous political landscape of the time. She was renowned for her intelligence and diplomatic skills, serving as a trusted advisor to several Scottish monarchs and playing a pivotal role in negotiations with England.
While the name Deairra has its roots in ancient Gaelic culture, it has been embraced and adapted by various cultures over the centuries, each adding their own unique interpretations and meanings to this historically significant name.
People
Deairra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Deairra as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Deairra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Deairra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 189 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Deairra going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,813,515 US residents.
Is Deairra a common name?
We classify Deairra as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 193 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Deairra most popular?
The single biggest year for Deairra was 1995, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Deairra is about 23 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Deairra a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Deairra in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.