Delta
girl name#2326 in 2025Delta entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #713 in 1893, ranks #2326 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#2326
rank today
#713
peak (1893)
78
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #831 |
| 1890s | #908 |
| 1900s | #862 |
| 1910s | #887 |
| 1920s | #1091 |
| 1930s | #1165 |
| 1940s | #1625 |
| 1950s | #1940 |
| 1960s | #3259 |
| 1970s | #2796 |
| 1980s | #4335 |
| 1990s | #6371 |
| 2000s | #10326 |
| 2010s | #5793 |
| 2020s | #2122 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Delta has been most popular in TX, MS, AR.
Living bearers
About 2,600 people named Delta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Delta alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Delta in 2025?
- Delta ranks #2326 among US girl names in 2025, with 78 babies given the name.
- When was the name Delta most popular?
- Delta peaked in 1893, reaching #713 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Delta with classmates?
- Delta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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