Delvin
Delvin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Godly friend, proud friend, or valley friend.
Origin and history
Delvin is an English name likely derived from Old English roots meaning 'godly friend' or 'proud friend'. It experienced moderate usage in the United States throughout the mid-to-late 20th century. Today, it remains a rare but recognizable choice.
Popularity in the United States
5,328 babies in the United States have been named Delvin since 1880. It ranks #1676 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1756.
States where it is most popular
- TX (24.3 %)
- FL (18.5 %)
- LA (11.8 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- NY (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 72 |
| 1920-1930 | 250 |
| 1930-1940 | 341 |
| 1940-1950 | 306 |
| 1950-1960 | 421 |
| 1960-1970 | 405 |
| 1970-1980 | 809 |
| 1980-1990 | 775 |
| 1990-2000 | 726 |
| 2000-2010 | 656 |
| 2010-2019 | 396 |
| 2020-2029 | 171 |
Famous people named Delvin
- Delvin Breaux: American football player
- Delvin Hughley: American football player
Nicknames
Del
Fun facts
- The name Delvin is believed to blend the Old English elements 'god' (godly) or 'dæl' (valley) with 'wine' (friend).
- Delvin reached its peak U.S. popularity in the late 1970s and 1980s before becoming a more uncommon selection.