Derryn
Ireland · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Derryn
Derryn is a variant of the Irish name Derry, meaning "oak grove" or "oak tree," derived from the Gaelic word *doire*.
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Etymology
Derryn is a variant of the Irish name Derry, meaning "oak grove" or "oak tree," derived from the Gaelic word *doire*. It is primarily used in Irish and English-speaking cultures, often as a unisex name, with no specific religious association; notable historical context is limited, though it may be linked to the city of Derry in Northern Ireland.
Derryn currently ranks #4,137 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1998.
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