Del
Meaning of Del
Del, pronounced /dɛl/, occupies a distinctive position within Anglo-American nomenclature as a unisex appellation originally emerging as a diminutive of Delbert—rooted in Old German elements meaning “noble” (del) and “bright” (beraht)—and Delia, itself linked to the ancient Greek island of Delos; this synthesis of etymologies underscores its technical derivation and enduring gender neutrality. A rigorous examination of United States Social Security Administration records from 1909 through 2024 reveals a pronounced mid-century prominence—peaking at 143 occurrences (rank 524) in 1958—followed by a gradual descent into the lower quartile of top-thousand names by the early 2000s, then stabilizing at 12 recorded births (rank 912) in 2024. These longitudinal metrics, marked by both fluctuation and resilience, attest to Del’s sustained niche viability amid evolving naming conventions.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as del (/dɛl/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Del
| Del the Funky Homosapien - |
| Del Shannon - |
