Delaney
girl name#242 in 2025Delaney entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #169 in 2004, ranks #242 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1939–2025
#242
rank today
#169
peak (2004)
1,283
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4250 |
| 1950s | #5346 |
| 1960s | #6225 |
| 1970s | #3815 |
| 1980s | #3250 |
| 1990s | #496 |
| 2000s | #197 |
| 2010s | #251 |
| 2020s | #253 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Delaney has been most popular in PA, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 45,000 people named Delaney are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Delaney alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Delaney in 2025?
- Delaney ranks #242 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,283 babies given the name.
- When was the name Delaney most popular?
- Delaney peaked in 2004, reaching #169 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Delaney with classmates?
- Delaney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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