Delia
Delia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdiːlɪə/
Meaning and origin of Delia
- A female given name from Ancient Greek.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Δηλίᾱ (Dēlíā), epithet of the goddess Artemis, referring to her birth on the island of Delos.
How popular is Delia?
Since 1880, 37,318 girls and 62 boys in the U.S. have been named Delia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #126 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #3023 in 1935. In 2025, 135 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Delia
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Delia FAQ
What does the name Delia mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek Δηλίᾱ (Dēlíā), epithet of the goddess Artemis, referring to her birth on the island of Delos.
What is the origin of the name Delia?
Delia is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Delia?
Since 1880, 37,318 girls and 62 boys in the U.S. have been named Delia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #126 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #3023 in 1935. In 2025, 135 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Delia a boy or girl name?
Delia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 37,318 girls and 62 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.