Delaney
boy name#6803 in 2025Delaney entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1928 in 1973, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#6803
rank today
#1928
peak (1973)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2940 |
| 1920s | #3313 |
| 1930s | #3005 |
| 1940s | #3107 |
| 1950s | #3082 |
| 1960s | #2805 |
| 1970s | #2525 |
| 1980s | #3692 |
| 1990s | #3066 |
| 2000s | #4599 |
| 2010s | #7243 |
| 2020s | #7491 |
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Delaney are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Delaney alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 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 #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Delaney most popular?
- Delaney peaked in 1973, reaching #1928 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Delaney with classmates?
- Delaney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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