Delano Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-LAH-no / /dəˈlɑːnoʊ/French; Spanish
Meaning
French: 'of the valley'; Spanish: 'from the river'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Delano has French origins, often associated with the term for a valley. It is also linked to Spanish roots, indicating a geographical feature. The name gained prominence in the United States, particularly in the 20th century. It is sometimes associated with historical figures and locations.
Trend Summary
Delano has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Delaine
- Delaney
International Variants
- Delano (Spanish)
- Delano (French)
Famous people named Delano
Delano G. Smith is an American historian known for his work on the history of the American West.
Delano Johnson is a notable American artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Delano Lewis is an American businessman and former president of National Public Radio.
Fictional characters named Delano
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Delano was first seen in the United States in 1914. Delano has ranked as high as #569 nationally, which occurred in 1933, and has been most popular in Michigan, California, Illinois, New York, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Delano has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Delano (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 81 |
| 1933 | 316 |
| 1934 | 209 |
| 1935 | 118 |
| 1936 | 150 |
| 1937 | 135 |
| 1938 | 73 |
| 1939 | 54 |
| 1940 | 57 |
| 1941 | 81 |
| 1942 | 62 |
| 1943 | 48 |
| 1944 | 37 |
| 1945 | 115 |
| 1946 | 49 |
| 1947 | 45 |
| 1948 | 31 |
| 1949 | 36 |
| 1950 | 32 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 23 |
| 1953 | 30 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 31 |
| 1956 | 30 |
| 1957 | 44 |
| 1958 | 41 |
| 1959 | 52 |
| 1960 | 52 |
| 1961 | 56 |
| 1962 | 50 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 54 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 51 |
| 1967 | 45 |
| 1968 | 49 |
| 1969 | 58 |
| 1970 | 61 |
| 1971 | 53 |
| 1972 | 48 |
| 1973 | 67 |
| 1974 | 58 |
| 1975 | 60 |
| 1976 | 49 |
| 1977 | 52 |
| 1978 | 40 |
| 1979 | 55 |
| 1980 | 67 |
| 1981 | 54 |
| 1982 | 50 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 50 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 51 |
| 1987 | 43 |
| 1988 | 72 |
| 1989 | 65 |
| 1990 | 77 |
| 1991 | 89 |
| 1992 | 69 |
| 1993 | 62 |
| 1994 | 55 |
| 1995 | 67 |
| 1996 | 61 |
| 1997 | 42 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 66 |
| 2000 | 80 |
| 2001 | 61 |
| 2002 | 54 |
| 2003 | 57 |
| 2004 | 46 |
| 2005 | 52 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 49 |
| 2011 | 51 |
| 2012 | 55 |
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 30 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 40 |
| 2021 | 37 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 51 |
| 2024 | 31 |