Derry

Derry is the anglicized version of the Old Irish name Daire meaning 'oak grove'. The meaning of Derry is ‘like an oak’ in Irish or ‘one with the red hair’ in German and Celtic. It also means 'rich' or 'fertile'. Derry is the name of a famous city in Ireland, officially known as Londonderry, and is the fourth largest city in Ireland. There is a sitcom called 'Derry Girls', created by Irish writer Lisa McGee, and is set in the city Derry.

Gender

Boy

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

like an oak

Origin

Diminutive or Derek or Dermot or Irish place-name

Numerology

D is for diamond, the brilliance you shine.

E is for enrich, a quality you share.

R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.

R is for righteous, you know when you’re right.

Y is for yearn, your innermost desires.

Lucky

Derry lucky number is 7.

The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.

Famous People Named Derry

• Derry Irvine Baron Irvine of Lairg, former Lord Chancellor of Britain

Derry in Pop Culture

• Derry Lake female character in the webcomic "Riverside Extras" by Miri Chamberlain