How Many People Are Named Delfina?

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

Delfina
Very Rare
Italian

Delfina, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 148,229 Americans today, making it one of the least common names in the country. With only 2,226 people named Delfina living in the US, this name stands out for its unique charm. Interestingly, most Delfinas are over 60, giving the name a decidedly older-generation feel.

~2,226
Living in US
1 in 148,229
Americans
1925
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
From the sea
🌐
Origin
Italian
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Gracious Dignified Reserved
33
Life Path Number

Life-path number 33 is often associated with spiritual guidance and humanitarian efforts.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

35,995
Worldwide Bearers
#3,595
Global Rank
🇧🇴 Bolivia
4,574
🇵🇭 Philippines
3,787
🇨🇱 Chile
3,680
🇮🇹 Italy
3,414
🇨🇺 Cuba
3,347
🇻🇪 Venezuela
2,946
🇵🇾 Paraguay
2,821
🇵🇹 Portugal
2,444
🇹🇿 Tanzania
2,295
🇪🇨 Ecuador
1,636

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
2,226 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 72
526
Would be under 30 (13%)
852
Would be 30–60 (21%)
2,634
Would be over 60 (66%)

All 4,012 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: 1925

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
94
Modern Appeal
6
International
5

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

📜 Delfina Through the Generations

Delfina has seen steady usage since the early 20th century, peaking in 1925 with 86 births. Today, the name's popularity remains stable, with a significant portion of those named Delfina being over 60 years old. This age distribution suggests that while Delfina isn't a trendy choice for new parents, it continues to be cherished by older generations, maintaining its classic appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 1,488
California 840
Arizona 101
New Mexico 81
New York 16
Florida 15

✨ Similar Names to Delfina

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Delfina's Italian roots

📄 About the Name Delfina

How Many People Have the Name Delfina?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,226 people in the United States currently share the name Delfina. That works out to roughly 1 in every 148,229 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Delfina a Common or Rare Name?

Delfina 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 Delfina Mean?

Delfina means "from the sea" and comes from Italian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Delfina Most Popular?

The name Delfina reached peak popularity in 1925, with 86 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 Delfina?

Approximately 2,226 people named Delfina live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,012. That works out to roughly 1 in 148,229 Americans.

Is Delfina a rare name?

Delfina is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 148,229 Americans has this name.

What does the name Delfina mean?

Delfina means "from the sea" and comes from Italian origins.

Is Delfina more male or female?

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

When was Delfina most popular?

Delfina peaked in 1925 with 86 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 US2,226
All-Time Births4,012
1 in X1 in 148,229
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age72
Peak Year1925
World Rank#3,595
Male %0%
Female %100%

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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.