Delana Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Delana is an English name that means 'of wool', derived from the name Delaine. It has evolved from historical forms like Delaine to its modern usage. The name is characterized by a soft and feminine sound, reflecting traits of creativity and warmth. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delana"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈleɪnə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Delana is derived from the English name 'Delaine', which is itself derived from the Old French 'de laine', meaning 'of wool'.
Meaning
of wool
Language Evolution
Delaine, Delana
Historical Usage
Delana gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of the trend of unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Delaine, Del, Lana
Modern Popularity & Image
Delana is viewed as a contemporary and feminine name with a soft sound, often associated with creativity and warmth.
Famous People
Delana Jones (American singer), Delana K. H. (fictional character)
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Delana Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 98 peak births in 1969
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Delana"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Delana"
"Delana" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4595th of 9107 | 66 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3275th of 9204 | 141 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1567th of 12526 | 842 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1453rd of 19264 | 1,149 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2410th of 27321 | 768 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2956th of 35406 | 862 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5978th of 30306 | 249 |
Regional Popularity of "Delana" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Delana" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
65.47% 1458th/2227 |
- |
45.32% 1293rd/2853 |
64.68% 1795th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.18% 1562nd/2937 |
- |
32.23% 1134th/3518 |
49.51% 2002nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
79.76% 2939th/3685 |
- |
46.71% 2426th/5194 |
58.30% 3683rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.18% 2620th/4582 |
67.12% 3466th/5164 |
45.56% 3332nd/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Delana"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delana" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Delana" in the United States
The name Delana is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Delana has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Delana' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4595th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3275th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1567th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1453rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2410th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2956th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5978th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Delana' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.