Dearbhla Name Meaning

The name Dearbhla is a feminine Irish name that means "true desire" or "poet". It is derived from the Irish word "deirbh" meaning "true" or "truth", and "flaith" meaning "poetic".

In Irish mythology, Dearbhla was a mythical woman who was the beloved of the sea god, Fionn mac Cumhaill. She was transformed into a deer by a jealous druid, which led to Fionn's search for her. She eventually returned to her true form and was reunited with Fionn.