Delfina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Delfina has Spanish origins and means 'dolphin'. It evolved from the Latin 'delphinus' through the Spanish 'delfin'. The name is often associated with elegance and beauty, and it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries in Spanish-speaking cultures.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Delfina"
Pronunciation
/dɛlˈfiːnə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Delfina is derived from the Spanish word 'delfín', which means 'dolphin'. It is often associated with the Latin word 'delphinus', which also means 'dolphin'.
Meaning
Dolphin
Language Evolution
Delphinus (Latin), Delfin (Spanish), Delfina (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Delfina gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Delfi, Delfie, Delphine
Modern Popularity & Image
Delfina is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty.
Famous People
Delfina Blaquier, Argentine model and businesswoman, Delfina Delettrez, Italian jewelry designer
📊 Delfina Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Delfina Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 86 peak births in 1925
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Delfina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Delfina"
"Delfina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1028th of 9107 | 901 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1086th of 9204 | 856 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1661st of 12526 | 762 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2481st of 19264 | 502 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4061st of 27321 | 372 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6255th of 35406 | 307 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6562nd of 30306 | 219 |
Regional Popularity of "Delfina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Delfina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
29.21% 691st/2366 |
33.27% 380th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
29.24% 688th/2353 |
32.97% 510th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
34.28% 978th/2853 |
37.12% 1030th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
42.58% 1498th/3518 |
31.21% 1262nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
57.76% 3000th/5194 |
30.32% 1915th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
57.11% 4262nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
68.51% 4300th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Delfina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Delfina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Delfina" in the United States
The name Delfina is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Delfina has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Delfina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1028th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1086th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1661st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2481st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4061st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6255th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6562nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Delfina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.