Delphine
Delphine is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Dolphin or person from Delphi.
Origin and history
Delphine is a French feminine name derived from the Latin 'Delphina', which traces back to the ancient Greek word for dolphin or the sacred site of Delphi. It enjoyed moderate, steady use in the United States throughout the twentieth century. While relatively rare today, it maintains a classic and sophisticated French appeal.
Popularity in the United States
10,448 babies in the United States have been named Delphine since 1880. It ranks #1589 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1840.
States where it is most popular
- MI (24.7 %)
- NY (9.2 %)
- PA (8.3 %)
- IL (8 %)
- MN (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 102 |
| 1890-1900 | 161 |
| 1900-1910 | 287 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,021 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,080 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,730 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,005 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,676 |
| 1960-1970 | 987 |
| 1970-1980 | 343 |
| 1980-1990 | 141 |
| 1990-2000 | 103 |
| 2000-2010 | 154 |
| 2010-2019 | 397 |
| 2020-2029 | 261 |
Famous people named Delphine
- Delphine Seyrig: actress, director
Nicknames
Del, Della, Fifi
Fun facts
- The name ultimately derives from Delphi, the ancient Greek sanctuary home to the famous Oracle of Apollo.
- Delphinium is a genus of perennial flowering plants named for their dolphin-shaped flower buds, sharing the same root.