Delford
boy nameDelford entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1755 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1755
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2994 |
| 1920s | #2298 |
| 1930s | #2172 |
| 1940s | #2598 |
| 1950s | #2886 |
| 1960s | #3878 |
| 1970s | #4907 |
| 1980s | #4153 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Delford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Delford alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Delford in 2025?
- Delford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Delford most popular?
- Delford peaked in 1917, reaching #1755 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Delford with classmates?
- Delford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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