Delphia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Delphia originates from Greek, linked to the ancient city of Delphi, and means 'of Delphi'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with significant cultural traits. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 19th century. Today, it is seen as a distinctive name with artistic connotations.
The name Delphia is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Delphia has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Delphia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 693rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1024th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1918th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4442nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13473rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18485th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Delphia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delphia"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛl.fi.ə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Delphia derives from the Greek word 'Delphos', which refers to the ancient city of Delphi, known for its oracle and significant role in Greek mythology and culture.
Meaning
of Delphi
Language Evolution
Delphia, Delphos, Delphi
Historical Usage
The name Delphia gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with literary and artistic movements.
Variants & Derivatives
Delphi, Delphine, Delphy
Modern Popularity & Image
Delphia is currently perceived as a unique and artistic name, often chosen for its historical and mythological associations.
Famous People
Delphia Smith (fictional character), Delphia Smith (historical figure)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Delphia"
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 "Delphia"
"Delphia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 693rd of 9107 | 1,962 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1024th of 9204 | 939 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1918th of 12526 | 600 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4442nd of 19264 | 207 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13473rd of 27321 | 52 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18485th of 30306 | 32 |
Regional Popularity of "Delphia" 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 "Delphia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
51.20% 725th/1416 |
- |
21.68% 513th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.01% 1237th/1546 |
- |
30.60% 720th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
54.96% 1568th/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Delphia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delphia" 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.