Delani Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Delani is a Hawaiian name meaning 'from the valley.' It has evolved from its original form and reflects a strong connection to nature. The name has gained popularity in recent decades, and while it has no biblical relevance, it is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Delani is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Delani has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Delani' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18784th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12028th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9420th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3186th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2174th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Delani' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delani"
Pronunciation
/dəˈlɑːni/
Origin
Hawaiian
Etymology
The name Delani is derived from the Hawaiian word 'delani,' which means 'from the valley.' It reflects a connection to nature and the beauty of the landscape.
Meaning
from the valley
Language Evolution
Delani
Historical Usage
The name Delani gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as parents began to seek unique and culturally significant names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dee, Lani
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Delani is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Delani"
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 "Delani"
"Delani" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18784th of 24088 | 15 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12028th of 23106 | 50 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9420th of 27321 | 106 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3186th of 35406 | 779 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2174th of 30306 | 1,032 |
Regional Popularity of "Delani" 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 "Delani" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
55.78% 2556th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
66.44% 4859th/7313 |
49.36% 3684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.43% 2009th/3984 |
72.81% 3267th/4487 |
25.86% 1764th/6822 |
40.73% 2556th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Delani"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delani" 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.