Daire
Meaning of Daire
The name Daire is a traditional Irish male name, pronounced as DAIR-uh (/ˈdɑːrə/). It has ancient roots in Irish mythology and history, often associated with nobility and strength. The name Daire means "fruitful" or "fertile," reflecting positive connotations of prosperity and growth. A notable variation of this name is Dara. In recent years, the popularity of the name Daire in the United States has seen fluctuations, with occurrences ranging from 6 to 32 newborns per year since 1992. Despite its relatively low ranking, peaking at 3415 in 2020, Daire remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique yet culturally rich name for their child.
Pronunciation
Irish
- Pronunced as DAIR-uh (/ˈdɑːrə/)
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Notable People Named Daire
| Daire Kilian Keogh is an academic historian and the president of Dublin City University (DCU) since July 2020. |
| Daire O'Connor is an Irish professional footballer known for his role as a winger at NIFL Premiership club Glentoran. |
| Daire Connery is an Irish hurler who plays for Na Piarsaigh and the Cork senior hurling team as a left wing-forward. |
| Daire Brehan was a multi-talented Irish personality known for her work as an actress, broadcaster, and barrister, presenting various BBC Radio programs during the 1990s. |
| Daire Nolan is a renowned Irish dancer and choreographer famous for his contributions to Lord of the Dance and Feet of Flames. |
| Daire Gray is an Irish hurler who plays for Dublin Senior Championship club Whitehall Colmcille and the Dublin senior hurling team, typically as a wing-back, and attended Larkhill BNS and St Aidans CBS in Whitehall. |
