Deloise Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deloise originates from the French name Aloisia, which comes from the Germanic name Hluodowig, meaning 'famous warrior'. The name has evolved through various forms and is associated with traits of elegance and uniqueness. It does not have any biblical relevance, and it gained popularity in the late 19th century. Variants include Delois and Lois, and notable people with this name include Deloise Blake and Deloise Harris.
The name Deloise is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Deloise has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Deloise' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3588th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1413th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1390th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5102nd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Deloise' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deloise"
Pronunciation
/dəˈlwiːz/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Deloise is derived from the Old French name 'Aloisia', which is a feminine form of the name 'Alois', itself derived from the Germanic name 'Hluodowig', meaning 'famous warrior'.
Meaning
Famous warrior
Language Evolution
Aloisia, Alois, Hluodowig, Deloise
Historical Usage
Deloise gained popularity in French-speaking regions and has seen usage in English-speaking countries since the late 19th century, partly due to its melodic sound and connection to French culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Delois, Dela, Lois
Modern Popularity & Image
Deloise is considered a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and sophistication. It is not extremely common, making it stand out in modern naming trends.
Famous People
Deloise Blake, an American actress, Deloise Harris, a noted writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deloise"
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 "Deloise"
"Deloise" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3588th of 9107 | 116 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1413th of 9204 | 546 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1390th of 12526 | 1,059 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5102nd of 19264 | 166 |
Regional Popularity of "Deloise" 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 "Deloise" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
42.88% 1009th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
- |
28.64% 817th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
72.85% 2563rd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deloise"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deloise" 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.