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Delia
GirlGreek· “of Delos”
- Meaning
- of Delos
- Origin
- Greek
- Pronunciation
- DEEL-yuh
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,561
- US babies 2025
- 135
- Best rank
- #126 (1880)
- Peak year
- 1957
Meaning and origin of Delia
Delia is a Greek name that means “of Delos”.
Delia comes from Greek and means of Delos, the island where Artemis and Apollo were said to be born. The name was originally an epithet of Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, and was used by classical and later pastoral poets. It has long been used as a given name in English, where it can also serve as a short form of Cordelia or Adelia. Delia feels vintage, graceful and literary. It is easy to spell and pronounce, and Dee and Lia are simple nicknames.
Popularity over time
Delia has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 123 different years. Its best national rank was #126 in 1880, and the most babies received it in 1957, when 490 were named Delia. In 2025, 135 babies were named Delia, and it ranked #1,561 nationally. That is 32% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #393 in 1920, #399 in 1950, #639 in 1980, #959 in 2000, #1,021 in 2010, and #1,561 in 2025. Of the 37,318 US girls named Delia since records began, 12% were born in the 1950s, its biggest decade. The 1960s come next, with 3,856 babies. Since 2010, 2,846 more have been named Delia.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Jeanie, Cindi, Debi, Denice, and Marta.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Delia ranked highest in Maryland, Massachusetts, and Colorado.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | #753 | 6 |
| Massachusetts | #789 | 6 |
| Colorado | #941 | 5 |
| Tennessee | #1018 | 6 |
| Washington | #1091 | 5 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Delia is usually pronounced DEEL-yuh, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with D and ends in “-ia”.
Middle names for Delia
A few middle names that flow with Delia: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Delia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Delia mean?
Delia is a Greek name that means “of Delos”.
What is the origin of the name Delia?
Delia has Greek roots. Delia comes from Greek and means of Delos, the island where Artemis and Apollo were said to be born.
Is Delia a popular name?
Not especially. Delia ranked #1,561 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Delia a boy or girl name?
Delia is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Delia?
Delia is usually pronounced DEEL-yuh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings