Delaney
Delaney is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Descendant of Dubhshláine ('dark challenger' or 'defier of the dark').
Origin and history
Delaney is an Anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Dubhshláine, historically associated with the province of Leinster. While originally a surname, it gained popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century. It remains a steady choice for girls, ranking among the top 250 names in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
45,437 babies in the United States have been named Delaney since 1880. It ranks #631 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #246.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.5 %)
- PA (6.4 %)
- TX (6.2 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 30 |
| 1970-1980 | 159 |
| 1980-1990 | 335 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,493 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,086 |
| 2010-2019 | 12,869 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,448 |
Famous people named Delaney
- Delaney Bramlett: Musician, Singer
- Delaney Schnell: Olympic Diver
Nicknames
Laney, Lainey, Dee
Fun facts
- The original Gaelic name combines 'dubh' meaning dark and 'sláine' meaning challenge or defiance.
- Delaney transitioned from a traditional Irish surname to a popular U.S. unisex given name in the 1990s.