Delia
girl name#1561 in 2025Delia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #126 in 1880, ranks #1561 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1561
rank today
#126
peak (1880)
135
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #144 |
| 1890s | #193 |
| 1900s | #256 |
| 1910s | #352 |
| 1920s | #401 |
| 1930s | #386 |
| 1940s | #414 |
| 1950s | #411 |
| 1960s | #496 |
| 1970s | #576 |
| 1980s | #785 |
| 1990s | #907 |
| 2000s | #1023 |
| 2010s | #1236 |
| 2020s | #1490 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Delia has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 22,500 people named Delia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Delia alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Delia in 2025?
- Delia ranks #1561 among US girl names in 2025, with 135 babies given the name.
- When was the name Delia most popular?
- Delia peaked in 1880, reaching #126 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Delia with classmates?
- Delia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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