Delano vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delano

Boy #3,595 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the night"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American French English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,595
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Del, Lano

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Delano Rank #3,595
King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #3595 for Delano.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delano ___

  • Delano James
  • Delano Francis
  • Delano Ray
  • Delano Scott
  • Delano Anthony
  • Delano Marcus

King ___

  • King James
  • King David
  • King Alexander
  • King Emmanuel
  • King Solomon
  • King Theodore

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delano or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Delano at #3595 in the United States.

What do Delano and King mean?

Delano means "of the night" (Old French origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Delano and King boy or girl names?

Delano is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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