Delmar
Delmar is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Of the sea.
Origin and history
Delmar is a masculine name derived from the French phrase 'de la mer', meaning 'of the sea'. It established a modest presence in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it remains a rare, vintage choice with nautical appeal.
Popularity in the United States
14,242 babies in the United States have been named Delmar since 1880. It ranks #1003 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1804.
States where it is most popular
- IL (14 %)
- OH (8.6 %)
- MO (8.3 %)
- IA (6.9 %)
- PA (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 62 |
| 1890-1900 | 77 |
| 1900-1910 | 244 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,750 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,207 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,994 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,932 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,323 |
| 1960-1970 | 824 |
| 1970-1980 | 595 |
| 1980-1990 | 376 |
| 1990-2000 | 292 |
| 2000-2010 | 219 |
| 2010-2019 | 224 |
| 2020-2029 | 123 |
Famous people named Delmar
- Delmar Watson: actor, photographer
Fun facts
- The name directly originates from the Norman-French phrase 'de la mer'.
- Delmar is also well known in the U.S. as a place name, notably the town situated on the Delaware-Maryland border.