Origin and Meaning of Ladeidre

A variant of the name Deirdre; often interpreted as 'sorrowful' or 'broken-hearted'.

Origin: Irish - Derived from the Old Irish name 'Deirdre', which is associated with a tragic figure in Irish mythology.

• Ladeidre is a modern variant of the more traditional name Deirdre, which has roots in Irish lore, where Deirdre is often associated with beauty and tragedy.
• The name Deirdre, and its variants like Ladeidre, is predominantly found in Irish-speaking cultures, though it has gained some recognition internationally.
• In Irish mythology, Deirdre is described as a woman whose beauty was so great that it led to her tragic destiny, making her a symbol of beauty and sorrow in Irish literature.
• Ladeidre is quite rare and is not commonly found on popularity charts, unlike its more traditional counterpart Deirdre.
• Variants of Deirdre include Deirdra, Deirdreann, and related names such as Derdri and Diridre.