Irish boy name
Diarmuid Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Diarmuid means uncertain, perhaps without envy. From Old Irish Diarmait, of uncertain meaning, possibly without envy
Diarmuid is a very old Irish name, sometimes interpreted as without envy, though that is debated. Its most famous bearer is Diarmuid Ua Duibhne of the Fianna, the hero who elopes with Gráinne in one of the great love stories of Irish legend, and who has a love spot that makes women fall for him. The English form Dermot is common, and it has long been rendered as Jeremiah or Jerome in various registers. Diarmuid has strong ties to Celtic mythology and remains a popular choice for a boy in Ireland and beyond.
Variants of Diarmuid
DermotDiarmaidDermodDiarmait
Well-known people named Diarmuid
Diarmuid Gavin.
In Irish myth
Diarmuid Ua Duibhne was a handsome warrior of the Fianna who fled with Gráinne, promised bride of Fionn, and was pursued across Ireland.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Diarmuid mean?
Diarmuid means "uncertain, perhaps without envy". From Old Irish Diarmait, of uncertain meaning, possibly without envy.
How do you pronounce Diarmuid?
Diarmuid is pronounced DEER-mid.
What is the origin of Diarmuid?
Diarmuid is of Irish origin. From Old Irish Diarmait, of uncertain meaning, possibly without envy.