Delano
Delano is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
From the walnut tree grove.
Origin and history
Delano is a masculine name derived from a French surname meaning 'from the walnut tree grove' (de la Noye). It gained notable prominence in the United States through its association with Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who carried his mother's family name as a middle name. It remains a classic, moderately used choice with rich historical resonance.
Popularity in the United States
5,531 babies in the United States have been named Delano since 1880. It ranks #1635 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1708.
States where it is most popular
- MI (21.8 %)
- CA (14.6 %)
- IL (9.4 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
- MN (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 11 |
| 1920-1930 | 19 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,151 |
| 1940-1950 | 561 |
| 1950-1960 | 334 |
| 1960-1970 | 508 |
| 1970-1980 | 543 |
| 1980-1990 | 540 |
| 1990-2000 | 647 |
| 2000-2010 | 564 |
| 2010-2019 | 434 |
| 2020-2029 | 219 |
Famous people named Delano
- Delano Ladan: Athlete, Soccer player
Nicknames
Del, Lano
Fun facts
- The name came into popular usage in the United States partly due to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
- It originated as an Anglicized form of the French surname de la Noye.