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Derrie

Male

« Derrie is a less common variant of the Irish boy's name Derry, meaning "from the oak grove. »

#21414 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Derry is an Irish boy's name that means "from the oak grove." It is derived from the Irish word "doire" which means oak tree. The name is also associated with the city of Derry in County Donegal, Ireland. The name Derrie is a variant spelling of the name Derry and it is less common than its original form. However, both names have been used historically in Ireland and have appeared in various records throughout history. Some notable individuals with the name Derrie include Derrie O'Sullivan, an Irish musician who plays traditional music on the accordion, and Derrie Kelleher, an Irish footballer who played for several teams during his career.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Derrie since 1880

Total births
51
Total since 1880
Peak year
1965
7 births
in 1983
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years