Delecia

“A modern variant of Delicia, which means 'delight' or 'pleasure' in Latin.” — Embodies a sense of joy and happine

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#805US 2023

1.4kBirths / yr

→Stable

336All-time births

📅 Since 196100

How to pronounce Delecia

dul·us·EE·EYE·AY

/dəl.əs.ˈiː.ˈaɪ.ˈeɪ/ · stress on EE · 5 syllables

“A modern variant of Delicia, which means 'delight' or 'pleasure' in Latin.”

Embodies a sense of joy and happine · American origin

What does Delecia mean and where does it come from?

Delecia is a modern and relatively rare name, thought to be a variant of Delicia. The name has Latin roots, translating to 'delight' or 'pleasure.' Although it is not widely used, it has been embraced in various cultural contexts within the United States. The name embodies a sense of joy and happine

Cultural significance

Delecia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern variant of delicia, which means 'delight' or 'pleasure' in latin..

Peak popularity

Reached #3626 in 1983 — currently #805 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Delecia?

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

Delecia Grace

How popular is Delecia right now?

Holding steady — currently #805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#805 · Top 0.59%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#805	1,395	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#810	1,375	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#815	1,345	▲ up 12723 · +22317% births
2000	#13538	6	▲ up 322 · +20% births
1995	#13860	5	▼ down 7597 · -64% births
1990	#6263	14	▼ down 44 · +27% births
1985	#6219	11	▲ up 851 · +22% births
1980	#7070	9	▼ down 812
1975	#6258	9	▼ down 1815 · -31% births
1970	#4443	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Delecia

Best Year2023Rank #805

Peak Count1,395

Average Rank#6008

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 202310 years

The story of Delecia

Delecia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 336 total births recorded, Delecia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4443 in 1970 to #805 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Delecia in 1983:

Jennifer Jessica Amanda Ashley Sarah

Delecia by decade

Delecia peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	38
1970s	84
1980s ★	98
1990s	82
2000s	34

💎Delecia has only 336 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Delecia?

Common

DelDelieDelyEcia

What names sound and feel like Delecia?

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

Delycia

American · delightful, pleasing

Demecia

American · A variation of

Delesia

American · derived from the

Delenia

American · A beloved name

Kelecia

American · English

Jelecia

American · A beloved name

Melecia

American · Latin

Selecia

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Delecia

What does the name Delecia mean?

Delecia means "A modern variant of Delicia, which means 'delight' or 'pleasure' in Latin." — 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 Delecia?

Delecia is currently ranked #805 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Delecia?

Delecia 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 Delecia?

Delecia is a 5-syllable name pronounced D AH0 L AH0 S IY1 AY1 EY1. 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 Delecia?

Delecia 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.