Delwyn
Delwyn is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Pretty and fair, or neat and blessed.
Origin and history
Delwyn is a name of Welsh origin, derived from elements meaning 'pretty' or 'neat' combined with 'white', 'fair', or 'blessed'. Historically used in Wales for both males and females, it remains rare in the United States. Its usage in the U.S. has been infrequent, maintaining a distinct traditional Welsh identity.
Popularity in the United States
918 babies in the United States have been named Delwyn since 1880. It ranks #3760 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- MI (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 21 |
| 1920-1930 | 71 |
| 1930-1940 | 137 |
| 1940-1950 | 150 |
| 1950-1960 | 158 |
| 1960-1970 | 123 |
| 1970-1980 | 88 |
| 1980-1990 | 71 |
| 1990-2000 | 30 |
| 2000-2010 | 37 |
| 2010-2019 | 27 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Delwyn
- Delwyn Young: Baseball Player
Fun facts
- The name is composed of the Welsh elements 'del' (pretty/neat) and 'gwyn' (white/fair/blessed).
- With under 1,000 total recorded U.S. male births since 1880, Delwyn remains an unusual choice.