Delana vs Zelma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delana

Girl #6,618 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the alder grove"

Origin: Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,618
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Del, Della, Lana

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Zelma

Girl #6,713 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"helmet of God, divine protection"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,713
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Zel, Zellie, Elma

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Popularity Comparison

Delana Rank #6,618
Zelma Rank #6,713

Delana is more popular, ranked #6618 vs #6713 for Zelma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delana ___

  • Delana Rose
  • Delana Marie
  • Delana Grace
  • Delana Jean
  • Delana Claire
  • Delana Ann

Zelma ___

  • Zelma Marie
  • Zelma Louise
  • Zelma Ann
  • Zelma Grace
  • Zelma Jean
  • Zelma Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Delana

Delaney Brianna Fiona Gavin Colin

If you choose Zelma

Velma Thelma Alma Elna Mabel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delana or Zelma more popular?

Delana is more popular, ranked #6618 compared to Zelma at #6713 in the United States.

What do Delana and Zelma mean?

Delana means "from the alder grove" (Gaelic origin). Zelma means "helmet of God, divine protection" (Germanic origin).

Are Delana and Zelma boy or girl names?

Delana is primarily a girl name. Zelma is primarily a girl name.

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