Delaila
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Delaila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 309 babies have been named Delaila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Delaila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,028 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,028
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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#35,051 in US
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"summer harvest"
#35,082 in US
Creative American etymology origin
"graceful song"
#34,920 in US
Sanskrit origin
"inner peace"
#35,066 in US
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African-American origin
"creative coinage with rhythmic energy"
#35,153 in US
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About the Name Delaila
Delaila is a girl name .
Delaila is currently ranked #35,028 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Delaila include Del, Dela, Delay, Delaie, Ila, Ilay, Ilaie, Dey, Deie, and Delkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Delaila include Delaney, Delainey, Delani, Delanie, Delany . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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