Daire

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Daire Pronunciation

Daire is pronounced DAH-rə /ˈdɑ.rə/Medium

Meaning: From Irish Daire, 'fruitful, fertile' — a legendary name linked to oak groves (doire)Medium

In 30 seconds: Fruitful and ancient: Daire is an Irish name meaning 'fertile, fruitful', tied to sacred oak groves. Mythic, earthy, and lyrical.

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MeaningFrom Irish Daire, 'fruitful, fertile' — a legendary name linked to oak groves (doire)

U.S. rank (2024)#3992 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births27 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 248

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Daire comes from Irish Daire, 'fruitful, fertile', a name from Irish legend (and tied to doire, 'oak grove'). Borne by many figures in early Irish myth, it's a deep-rooted, lyrical name.

In the U.S. it appears in Irish families. Rare, fruitful at the root, and mythic.

Did you know? Daire appears throughout Irish myth — including the owner of the great bull in the Táin epic; the name means 'fruitful' and links to doire, 'oak grove'.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Daire — etymology

Variations

DaraDáireDarragh

Nicknames

Dar

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Daire?

Daire is pronounced DAH-rə (/ˈdɑ.rə/). Press play above to hear Daire said aloud.

How do you say Daire?

Daire is said DAH-rə (/ˈdɑ.rə/). Press play above to hear Daire said aloud.

What does the name Daire mean?

Daire is Irish for 'fruitful, fertile', linked to oak groves.

Is Daire a boy or girl name?

Daire is mainly a boy's name.

How popular is Daire?

Daire is a rare name in the U.S.