Del
Del: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Del
- A diminutive of the male given name Derek.
How popular is Del?
Since 1880, 672 girls and 4,298 boys in the U.S. have been named Del (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1936 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #644 in 1958. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Del FAQ
What does the name Del mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Derek.
How popular is the name Del?
Since 1880, 672 girls and 4,298 boys in the U.S. have been named Del (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1936 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #644 in 1958. In 2025, 9 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Del a boy or girl name?
Del is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (672 girls and 4,298 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.