Delmer
Delmer is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble famous, or of the sea.
Origin and history
Delmer is a classic masculine name of Germanic and French origin, derived from place names or elements meaning 'noble famous' or 'from the sea'. Popular in the early to mid-20th century in the United States, it has since become a rare vintage choice. Today, it offers a distinctive, traditional sound for parents seeking an underused vintage name.
Popularity in the United States
7,654 babies in the United States have been named Delmer since 1880. It ranks #1388 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1895.
States where it is most popular
- KY (14.4 %)
- WV (8.8 %)
- OK (8.5 %)
- TX (7.3 %)
- TN (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 23 |
| 1890-1900 | 37 |
| 1900-1910 | 130 |
| 1910-1920 | 986 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,906 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,738 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,159 |
| 1950-1960 | 727 |
| 1960-1970 | 397 |
| 1970-1980 | 221 |
| 1980-1990 | 108 |
| 1990-2000 | 71 |
| 2000-2010 | 72 |
| 2010-2019 | 47 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Famous people named Delmer
- Delmer Daves: Film Director, Screenwriter
Fun facts
- Delmer reached its peak popularity in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s before gradually declining in usage.
- Delmer originally functioned as an English surname derived from Old French phrases meaning 'of the sea' or Germanic roots before transitioning into a given name.