Dellar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dellar has its roots in English and is derived from Old French, meaning 'of the valley.' The language path shows its evolution from Old French to Middle English and then to Modern English. The name often conveys traits of uniqueness and creativity, and it does not have a biblical relevance.
The name Dellar is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Dellar has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Dellar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2076th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4189th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8993rd out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Dellar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dellar"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛlər/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Dellar is believed to be derived from a surname that originates from the Old French word 'delaire,' which means 'of the valley' or 'of the dell.' It may also have connections to the Middle English word 'dell,' meaning a small valley or hollow.
Meaning
of the valley
Language Evolution
Old French: delaire, Middle English: dell, Modern English: Dellar
Historical Usage
The name Dellar has seen varying degrees of popularity since the medieval period, particularly in England, where it was used as a surname before becoming a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Della, Del, Dellarious
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Dellar is relatively uncommon and may be perceived as unique or modern, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dellar Gregory, a noted figure in contemporary art, Dellar Johnson, a prominent entrepreneur in technology
Explore More Dellar Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dellar"
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 "Dellar"
"Dellar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2076th of 9107 | 306 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4189th of 9204 | 84 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8993rd of 12526 | 22 |
Regional Popularity of "Dellar" 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 "Dellar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
74.60% 1765th/2366 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dellar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dellar" 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.