Delancey vs Shayan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delancey

Boy #29,010 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from Lancy, from the lancet-shaped place"

Origin: French

Cultural Roots

American English Historic New York

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#29,010
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Del, Lance

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Delancey Rank #29,010
Shayan Rank #1,749

Shayan is more popular, ranked #1749 vs #29010 for Delancey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delancey ___

  • Delancey James
  • Delancey William
  • Delancey Henry
  • Delancey Thomas
  • Delancey Edward
  • Delancey Brooks

Shayan ___

  • Shayan Alexander
  • Shayan James
  • Shayan Michael
  • Shayan Daniel
  • Shayan Reza

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delancey or Shayan more popular?

Shayan is more popular, ranked #1749 compared to Delancey at #29010 in the United States.

What do Delancey and Shayan mean?

Delancey means "from Lancy, from the lancet-shaped place" (French origin). Shayan means "worthy, deserving" (Persian origin).

Are Delancey and Shayan boy or girl names?

Delancey is primarily a boy name. Shayan is primarily a boy name.

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