Deliah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deliah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'delicate' or 'weakened.' It evolved from the biblical name Delilah, known for her story with Samson. The name has gained popularity since the 19th century and is viewed positively today, often linked to traits of grace and delicacy.
The name Deliah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Deliah has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Deliah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3972nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4250th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4212th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5395th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6841st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6629th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5556th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Deliah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deliah"
Pronunciation
/dɪˈlaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Deliah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Delilah,' which means 'delicate' or 'weakened.' In the biblical context, Delilah is known as the woman who betrayed Samson.
Meaning
delicate, weakened
Language Evolution
Delilah (Hebrew), Deliah (Anglicized form)
Biblical Background
Deliah is derived from Delilah, a character in the Bible known for her role in the story of Samson.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with its biblical roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Delilah, Lilah, Deli
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Deliah is perceived as a feminine name with a gentle and delicate connotation, often appreciated for its biblical significance.
Famous People
Deliah L. O’Neal, an American artist, Deliah O'Keeffe, an Australian writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deliah"
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 "Deliah"
"Deliah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3972nd of 9107 | 94 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4250th of 9204 | 81 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4212th of 12526 | 163 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5395th of 19264 | 152 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6841st of 27321 | 176 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6629th of 35406 | 285 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5556th of 30306 | 275 |
Regional Popularity of "Deliah" 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 "Deliah" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Deliah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deliah" 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.