Della Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEL-uh / /ˈdɛl.ə/Italian; English
Meaning
Italian: delicate; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Della is often considered a diminutive of names like Adela or Delilah. In Italian culture, it is associated with elegance and delicacy. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in English-speaking countries. It is more commonly used as a feminine name, but it can also be adapted for boys.
Trend Summary
The name Della has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often associated with vintage or classic naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Del
- Delle
International Variants
- Della (Italian)
- Délia (French)
Famous people named Della
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Della was first seen in the United States in 1888. Della has ranked as high as #904 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Della has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Della
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |