Del
Pronunciation: [ d-EHL ]
Del is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,208 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Del first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 354 babies have been named Del in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Del is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,208 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,208
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Del is also used as a boy name, ranked #7240.
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About the Name Del
Del is a girl name .
Is Del a boy or girl name? Del is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #69,208 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #7,240. Del is more commonly used as a boy name.
Del is currently ranked #69,208 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Del include Delilah, Delaney, Della, Delainey, Delani . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis