Delene

“of the valley”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1346US 2023

854Births / yr

→Stable

838All-time births

📅 Since 191500

How to pronounce Delene

dul·EEN

/dəl.ˈiːn/ · stress on EEN · 2 syllables

“of the valley”

American origin · Girl name

What does Delene mean and where does it come from?

Delene is often considered a variant of the name Evelyn or a diminutive form of names starting with 'Del-', such as Delilah. It has roots in English and possibly French, derived from the word for 'vale' or 'valley'. The name Delene has soft phonetics, making it appealing and approachable. Its modern

Cultural significance

Delene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of of the valley.

Peak popularity

Reached #1866 in 1951 — currently #1346 in the US.

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How else can you spell Delene?

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

What middle names flow best with Delene?

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

Delene Grace

How popular is Delene right now?

Holding steady — currently #1346 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1346 · Top 0.99%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1346	854	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1351	834	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1356	804	▲ up 2135 · +4367% births
1970	#3491	18	▼ down 408 · +6% births
1965	#3083	17	▼ down 1114 · -50% births
1960	#1969	34	▲ up 547 · +70% births
1955	#2516	20	▼ down 29 · +18% births
1950	#2487	17	▲ up 554 · +70% births
1945	#3041	10	▼ down 345 · -9% births
1940	#2696	11	▲ up 638 · +38% births
1935	#3334	8	▼ down 1044 · -47% births
1930	#2290	15	▲ up 1010 · +50% births
1925	#3300	10	▲ up 969 · +43% births
1920	#4269	7	▼ down 872 · -12% births
1915	#3397	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Delene

Best Year2023Rank #1346

Peak Count854

Average Rank#2662

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 202315 years

The story of Delene

Delene entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 838 total births recorded, Delene remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3397 in 1915 to #1346 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Delene in 1951:

Linda Mary Patricia Deborah Barbara

Delene by decade

Delene peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	20
1920s	46
1930s	115
1940s	150
1950s ★	228
1960s	207
1970s	58
1980s	14

💎Delene has only 838 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Delene?

Common

DelDelieDelyEne

What names sound and feel like Delene?

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

Dellene

American · English

Derene

American · Variation of Deren,

Denene

American · Derived from the

Delane

American · From the land

Delone

American · from the dark

Kelene

American · A variant of

Destene

American · Destined; fate

Derlene

English · derivative of Derly,

Common questions about the name Delene

What does the name Delene mean?

Delene means "of the valley" — 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 Delene?

Delene is currently a distinctive and less common name 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 Delene?

Delene 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 Delene?

Delene is a two-syllable name pronounced D AH0 L IY1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Delene a common or rare name?

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