Definitions

1. proper noun

a female given name, especially of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Dearbhla, meaning ‘swift, shining one’.

“Deidre is a lovely Irish name that suits her bright personality.”

2. noun

a character in Irish mythology, daughter of Conchobar mac Nessa and the lover of the hero Fergus mac Róich.

“In the myth of Deidre, she was known for her beautiful voice and her tragic love story.”