Delvan
boy nameDelvan entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #3298 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#3298
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3697 |
| 1930s | #3518 |
| 1940s | #3298 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Delvan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Delvan alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Delvan in 2025?
- Delvan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Delvan most popular?
- Delvan peaked in 1949, reaching #3298 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Delvan with classmates?
- Delvan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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