Delos
Delos is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Clear, apparent, or manifest; named after the sacred Greek island.
Origin and history
Delos originates from the ancient Greek island of Delos, considered in Greek mythology to be the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. Etymologically, it relates to the Greek word 'delos', meaning clear, apparent, or manifest. In the United States, it has been used as a rare traditional male name since the late 19th century.
Popularity in the United States
1,324 babies in the United States have been named Delos since 1880. It ranks #3382 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- MI (26.8 %)
- NY (21.8 %)
- WI (16.2 %)
- IA (15.5 %)
- LA (8.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 30 |
| 1890-1900 | 35 |
| 1900-1910 | 32 |
| 1910-1920 | 249 |
| 1920-1930 | 365 |
| 1930-1940 | 262 |
| 1940-1950 | 144 |
| 1950-1960 | 115 |
| 1960-1970 | 50 |
| 1970-1980 | 14 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 6 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Delos
- Delos R. Ashley: Politician, Lawyer
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, the island of Delos was created by Poseidon and served as the sanctuary where Leto gave birth to Apollo and Artemis.
- The name shares its root with the Greek word 'delos', which means 'visible' or 'manifest', symbolising light and clarity.