Derry
Derry is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Oak grove or oak wood.
Origin and history
Derry is an English form of the Irish name Doire, which means 'oak grove' or 'oak wood.' It is also closely tied to the city of Derry in Northern Ireland and sometimes serves as a diminutive of Dermot or Derek. While historically given to boys in the United States, it remains a relatively uncommon given name.
Popularity in the United States
1,541 babies in the United States have been named Derry since 1880. It ranks #3204 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- GA (33.3 %)
- NC (16 %)
- AL (8 %)
- OH (8 %)
- TX (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 20 |
| 1920-1930 | 67 |
| 1930-1940 | 155 |
| 1940-1950 | 201 |
| 1950-1960 | 335 |
| 1960-1970 | 261 |
| 1970-1980 | 187 |
| 1980-1990 | 131 |
| 1990-2000 | 102 |
| 2000-2010 | 63 |
| 2010-2019 | 19 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Derry
- Derry Irvine: Politician, Lawyer
Fun facts
- The name is strongly associated with the historic city of Derry in Northern Ireland, derived from the Old Irish word doire.
- Besides its Irish place-name roots, Derry has occasionally been used as a pet form of Derek or Dermot.