Delancey

“from the town of Delancey”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 25% boys♀ 75% girls

#1981US 2023

219Births / yr

→Stable

110All-time births

📅 Since 199500

How to pronounce Delancey

DEL·uns·ee

/ˈdɛl.əns.iː/ · stress on DEL · 3 syllables

“from the town of Delancey”

American origin · Unisex name

What does Delancey mean and where does it come from?

Delancey is a name with French roots, originating from a locality in France. It became popular in the United States during the 19th century. The name has a vintage and upscale resonance, often linked with aristocracy. Notable people with the name include Delancey K. E. Morton, an American philanthro

Cultural significance

Delancey has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of from the town of delancey.

Peak popularity

Reached #11035 in 2016 — currently #1981 in the US.

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How else can you spell Delancey?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Delancy

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Delancey?

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

Delancey Grace

How popular is Delancey right now?

Holding steady — currently #1981 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#1981 · Top 1.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1981	219	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2022	#1986	199	▲ up 5 · +18% births
2021	#1991	169	▲ up 13411 · +3280% births
2020	#15402	5	▲ up 1453
2015	#16855	5	▼ down 3109 · -29% births
2010	#13746	7	▼ down 429
2005	#13317	7	▲ up 633 · +40% births
1995	#13950	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Delancey

Best Year2023Rank #1981

Peak Count219

Average Rank#9904

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Delancey

Delancey is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1995. With 110 total births recorded, Delancey remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13950 in 1995 to #1981 in 2023. Delancey is used for both genders: 75% female and 25% male.

Names that peaked alongside Delancey in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Delancey by decade

Delancey peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1990s	23
2000s	27
2010s ★	50
2020s	5

💎Delancey has only 110 total recorded births since 1995 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Delancey?

Common

DelDelieDelyAncey

What names sound and feel like Delancey?

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

Delacey

American · From the meadow

Delaney

Ireland · Irish

Delayney

American · Dark and mysterious

Melanney

American · dark skinned

Destaney

American · a variation of

Dezarey

American · Latin

Deraney

French · A French name

Deandrey

American · Derived from the

Common questions about the name Delancey

What does the name Delancey mean?

Delancey means "from the town of Delancey" — 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 Delancey?

Delancey is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Delancey?

Delancey 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.

How do you pronounce the name Delancey?

Delancey is a three-syllable name pronounced D EH1 L AH0 N S IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Delancey?

Delancey pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.