Deidrick is a unique and distinctive male given name of Irish origin. The name is derived from the Irish Gaelic name "Dubhthach," which means "dark" or "black." This name was borne by several early Irish saints, including Saint Dubhthach of Iona, who was a monk and abbot in the 8th century.
The name Deidrick has evolved over time through various spelling variations, such as Deidreach, Dubhtach, Dubthach, and Dubhthach. Each variation of the name has maintained its Irish Gaelic origin and meaning.
While not as commonly used today as some other Irish names, Deidrick remains a unique and meaningful choice for parents looking for a distinctive name with a rich history and strong Irish roots.
The name Deidrick has been given to a total of 118 babies born in the United States between the years 1972 and 2016. The popularity of this name has varied over time, with some peaks and valleys in its usage.
The earliest record of the name being given is from 1972, with five births that year. This number remained consistent for the next year as well. However, there was a gap in recordings between 1974 and 1981, so it's possible that babies named Deidrick were born during those years but not reported.
In 1981, six babies were given the name Deidrick, followed by another spike to nine births in 2001. After this peak, the number of births with the name Deidrick fluctuated between five and eight until 2016, with no significant trends upwards or downwards.
The most recent data shows that five babies were named Deidrick in both 2013 and 2016, indicating that while this name may not be extremely popular, it is still being used today. Overall, the statistics show that while Deidrick has never been a highly common name, it has maintained some level of usage over several decades.