How Many People Are Named Dalphine?

Complete statistics for the name Dalphine: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Dalphine
Very Rare
Greek

Dalphine has a very unique sound, barely making it onto the radar with only 256 total births in the U.S. That makes it so rare, you'd find just 1 Dalphine for every 1,846,755 Americans. It peaked way back in 1960 with 20 births, and now most people named Dalphine are over 60.

~179
Living in US
1 in 1,846,755
Americans
1960
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A variant of Delphine, meaning 'from Delphi' or 'dolphin'
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Graceful Nurturing Intuitive Gentle
6
Life Path Number

The number 6 is traditionally linked to responsibility, care, and a deep sense of home and family. People with this life path number tend to be natural nurturers who find fulfillment in supporting and protecting the people they love.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

810
Worldwide Bearers
#287,241
Global Rank
🇰🇪 Kenya
318
🇺🇸 United States
307
🇿🇦 South Africa
60
🇱🇷 Liberia
18
🇿🇲 Zambia
17
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
14
🇺🇬 Uganda
13
🇬🇧 England
12
🇲🇼 Malawi
9
🇨🇲 Cameroon
8

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
179 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 74
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
27
Would be 30–60 (11%)
229
Would be over 60 (89%)

All 256 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1960

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
50
Modern Appeal
50
International
81

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Dalphine Through the Generations

The name Dalphine has a fascinating journey through American history. With only 256 total births, it's incredibly rare, but there are still 179 people named Dalphine living in the U.S. today, which might seem like a lot until you consider the '1 in 1,846,755' statistic. The peak year was 1960, when 20 babies were given this name, but since then, it's remained stable. The age split tells a clear story, most people named Dalphine are over 60, with just 27 between 30 and 60, and none under 30. This means the name is predominantly associated with the older generation, making it a classic choice that's held up well over time.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

North Carolina 23

✨ Similar Names to Dalphine

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Dalphine's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Dalphine

How Many People Have the Name Dalphine?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 179 people in the United States currently share the name Dalphine. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,846,755 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Dalphine a Common or Rare Name?

Dalphine is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Dalphine Mean?

Dalphine means "A variant of Delphine, meaning 'from Delphi' or 'dolphin'" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Dalphine in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Dalphine Most Popular?

The name Dalphine reached peak popularity in 1960, with 20 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Dalphine?

Approximately 179 people named Dalphine live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 256. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,846,755 Americans.

Is Dalphine a rare name?

Dalphine is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,846,755 Americans has this name.

What does the name Dalphine mean?

Dalphine means "A variant of Delphine, meaning 'from Delphi' or 'dolphin'" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Dalphine more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Dalphine are male and 100% are female.

When was Dalphine most popular?

Dalphine peaked in 1960 with 20 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US179
All-Time Births256
1 in X1 in 1,846,755
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age74
Peak Year1960
World Rank#287,241
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.