HeyRuaHow to say “Diarmaid” in Irish
- Irish:
- Diarmaid
- English:
- Diarmaid, Diarmaid (legendary hero)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine
- Pronunciation:
- “JEER-mid” /ˈdʲiəɾˠmˠədʲ/
- Genitive singular:
- Diarmada (e.g. teach Dhiarmada, Diarmaid's house)
What does “Diarmaid” mean?
“Diarmaid” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- Diarmaid
- A traditional Irish male first name, anglicised as Dermot or Diarmuid.Also: Dermot, Diarmuid, darby, Jeremiah.
1 other meaning: Diarmaid (legendary hero)
- 2Diarmaid (legendary hero)
- Diarmaid Ua Duibhne, a hero of the Fianna who eloped with Gráinne in the Fenian tales.Also: Diarmaid Ua Duibhne, Diarmuid and grainne, Fenian hero.
“Diarmaid” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Diarmaid, the Irish word for Diarmaid.
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Diarmaid in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Diarmaid?
The Irish for Diarmaid is Diarmaid (pronounced “JEER-mid”). It’s a masculine noun. Depending on context it can also mean Diarmaid (legendary hero).
How do you pronounce Diarmaid in Irish?
Diarmaid is said like “JEER-mid” (IPA /ˈdʲiəɾˠmˠədʲ/).
Does Diarmaid have a plural?
No. Diarmaid is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
Does Diarmaid have more than one meaning?
Yes. Diarmaid can mean Diarmaid or Diarmaid (legendary hero), depending on context; the first is the most common.
What is the difference between Diarmaid and Diarmuid?
They are the same name; Diarmaid is the standard form and Diarmuid is a widespread variant spelling.
Is Diarmaid the Irish for Dermot or Jeremiah?
Diarmaid is usually anglicised as Dermot, but historically it was also rendered as Darby or Jeremiah, so men called Jeremiah were often known as Diarmaid in Irish.
