Daleah

“Delicate, slender”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6998US 2023

16Births / yr

↓Falling

284All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Daleah mean and where does it come from?

Daleah is a name commonly seen in the United States. It is considered a modern invention, possibly derived from similar names like Deliah or Leah. The name has a soft and feminine feel and is appealing to parents looking for unique names that are easy to pronounce. It does not have significant histo

Cultural significance

Daleah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of delicate, slender.

Peak popularity

Reached #5747 in 2020 — currently #6998 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Daleah?

Daleah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Daleah Grace

How popular is Daleah right now?

Falling — down 1498 spots — currently #6998 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#6998 · Top 5.2%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6998	16	▼ down 1498 · -30% births
2022	#5500	23	▲ up 4970 · +156% births
2021	#10470	9	▼ down 4723 · -57% births
2020	#5747	21	▲ up 3512 · +75% births
2015	#9259	12	▼ down 3324 · -48% births
2010	#5935	23	▲ up 6692 · +188% births
2005	#12627	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Daleah

Best Year2022Rank #5500

Peak Count23

Average Rank#8077

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Daleah

Daleah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 284 total births recorded, Daleah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12627 in 2005 to #6998 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Daleah in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Daleah by decade

Daleah peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	11
2000s	81
2010s ★	171
2020s	21

💎Daleah has only 284 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Daleah?

Common

DalDalieDalyAleah

What names sound and feel like Daleah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Daleah also consider these

Naleah

American · Purposeful; bright

Zaleah

American · Bringer of rain

Daleyah

American · delicate, tender

Raleah

American · ewe

Daveah

English · beloved; much loved

Saleah

American · سلامة

Maleah

American · A variation of

Laleah

American · English

Common questions about the name Daleah

What does the name Daleah mean?

Daleah means "Delicate, slender" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Daleah?

Daleah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Daleah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Daleah?

Daleah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Daleah trending right now?

Daleah is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Daleah a common or rare name?

Daleah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.