Delle

“of the valley”

Various countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#13855US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

86All-time births

📅 Since 190400

What does Delle mean and where does it come from?

Delle is a diminutive of 'Della', which often means 'of the valley' in English. The name has roots in various cultures and has been used both as a first name and a surname. While it's primarily used in English-speaking countries, it has variations in other languages. The name has a gentle and pictur

Cultural significance

Delle has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Various countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #2121 in 1904 — currently #13855 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Delle?

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

Delle Grace

How popular is Delle right now?

Rising fast — up 1979 spots — currently #13855 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#13855 · Top 10%

1915

1925

1930

1950

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13855	6	▲ up 1979 · +20% births
2021	#15834	5	▼ down 10363
1950	#5471	5	▼ down 741
1930	#4730	5	▼ down 562 · -29% births
1925	#4168	7	▼ down 891 · -12% births
1915	#3277	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Delle

Best Year1915Rank #3277

Peak Count8

Average Rank#7889

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 20236 years

The story of Delle

Delle entered American naming records in 1904 and has been in use for over 120 years. With 86 total births recorded, Delle remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3277 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13855 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Delle in 1904:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Delle by decade

Delle peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	5
1910s ★	31
1920s	12
1930s	10
1940s	8
1950s	20

💎Delle has only 86 total recorded births since 1904 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Delle?

Common

DelDe

What names sound and feel like Delle?

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

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Kelle

American · Slender, fair, or

Helle

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Delle

What does the name Delle mean?

Delle means "English" — a name rooted in Various countries 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 Delle?

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

What is the cultural origin of Delle?

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

Is Delle trending right now?

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

Is Delle a common or rare name?

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