Delon
Delon is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Of French surname origin, likely related to the root meaning noble or small.
Origin and history
Delon is a French-origin masculine name historically used as a surname or given name derived from Germanic roots like Adele. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with moderate usage over the past century. It is occasionally associated with the famous French actor Alain Delon.
Popularity in the United States
1,378 babies in the United States have been named Delon since 1880. It ranks #3336 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1855.
States where it is most popular
- MI (39.3 %)
- CA (37.9 %)
- NY (11.7 %)
- OH (6.9 %)
- IL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 43 |
| 1940-1950 | 26 |
| 1950-1960 | 29 |
| 1960-1970 | 122 |
| 1970-1980 | 216 |
| 1980-1990 | 182 |
| 1990-2000 | 307 |
| 2000-2010 | 198 |
| 2010-2019 | 183 |
| 2020-2029 | 72 |
Famous people named Delon
- Delon Wright: Basketball Player, Athlete
- Delon Armitage: Rugby Player, Athlete
Fun facts
- Delon originated primarily as a French surname before gaining occasional use as a given name.
- The name gained international familiarity due to French film icon Alain Delon.