How Many People Are Named Delfin?

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

Delfin
Very Rare
Greek

Delfin is a name with a classic feel but a very rare presence. Only 207 people in the US are named Delfin today, making it 1 in 1,594,136. Most are over 60, giving it a distinctly older-generation vibe.

~1,979
Living in US
1 in 167,483
Americans
1969
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Dolphin
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Playful Sociable Adventurous Warm-hearted
5
Life Path Number

The life path number 5 represents freedom, curiosity, and a love of change. People with this number tend to be adaptable and energetic, always seeking new experiences and variety in life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

75,427
Worldwide Bearers
#13,005
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
34,618
🇵🇪 Peru
6,743
🇦🇷 Argentina
5,504
🇧🇴 Bolivia
4,577
🇨🇴 Colombia
3,866
🇪🇸 Spain
2,731
🇻🇪 Venezuela
2,537
🇨🇩 DR Congo
2,506
🇺🇸 United States
1,887
🇨🇱 Chile
1,805

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
207 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 60
23
Would be under 30 (8%)
116
Would be 30–60 (41%)
141
Would be over 60 (50%)

All 280 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: 1969

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
72
Classic Feel
46
Modern Appeal
54
International
99

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

📜 Delfin Through the Generations

Delfin has a storied history, peaking in 1969 with 11 births, yet only 280 have been born in total. This stark contrast between its peak and current numbers is fascinating. The majority of Delfins are over 60, accounting for half of the living bearers, which paints a picture of a name that's more associated with past decades. Despite the relatively small number of new births, the trend remains stable, suggesting a steady, albeit slow, continuation of the name. Its rarity and the fact that most Delfins are older adults give it a unique character, making it a name that carries a lot of history and tradition.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New Mexico 5
New York 5

✨ Similar Names to Delfin

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Delfin's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Delfin

How Many People Have the Name Delfin?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,979 people in the United States currently share the name Delfin. That works out to roughly 1 in every 167,483 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Delfin a Common or Rare Name?

Delfin 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 Delfin Mean?

Delfin means "Dolphin" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Delfin Most Popular?

The name Delfin reached peak popularity in 1969, with 11 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 Delfin?

Approximately 1,979 people named Delfin live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,979. That works out to roughly 1 in 167,483 Americans.

Is Delfin a rare name?

Delfin is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 167,483 Americans has this name.

What does the name Delfin mean?

Delfin means "Dolphin" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Delfin more male or female?

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

When was Delfin most popular?

Delfin peaked in 1969 with 11 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 US1,979
All-Time Births1,979
1 in X1 in 167,483
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age60
Peak Year1969
World Rank#13,005
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.