How Many People Are Named Delphin?

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

Delphin
Very Rare
Greek

Delphin means dolphin in Greek, making it a rare gem among names. Only 4 people named Delphin live in the US today, which means 1 in 83,551,919 Americans have this name. The majority of people named Delphin are over 60, giving it a distinctly older-generation feel.

~342
Living in US
1 in 969,150
Americans
1907
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Dolphin
🌐
Origin
Greek
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Charismatic Adventurous Playful
5
Life Path Number

People with life-path number 5 are known for their adaptability and versatility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

119,286
Worldwide Bearers
#8,651
Global Rank
🇨🇩 DR Congo
98,531
🇲🇬 Madagascar
5,139
🇧🇯 Benin
4,837
🇷🇼 Rwanda
4,834
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
1,156
🇬🇳 Guinea
702
🇨🇬 Congo
674
🇹🇬 Togo
494
🇨🇲 Cameroon
457
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
434

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
4 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 101
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
116
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 116 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: 1907

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
58
Classic Feel
82
Modern Appeal
18
International
99

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

📜 Delphin Through the Generations

Delphin, a name steeped in ancient Greek origins, has seen its peak in 1907 with 13 births. Over a century later, only 116 individuals named Delphin remain over 60 years old, reflecting a stable trend with no significant changes in popularity. This classic name, though very rare, holds a special place in the hearts of those who carry it, embodying a timeless charm that transcends modern naming trends.

✨ Similar Names to Delphin

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Delphin's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Delphin

How Many People Have the Name Delphin?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 342 people in the United States currently share the name Delphin. That works out to roughly 1 in every 969,150 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Delphin a Common or Rare Name?

Delphin 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 Delphin Mean?

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

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Delphin Most Popular?

The name Delphin reached peak popularity in 1907, with 13 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 Delphin?

Approximately 342 people named Delphin live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 342. That works out to roughly 1 in 969,150 Americans.

Is Delphin a rare name?

Delphin is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 969,150 Americans has this name.

What does the name Delphin mean?

Delphin means "dolphin" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Delphin more male or female?

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

When was Delphin most popular?

Delphin peaked in 1907 with 13 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 US342
All-Time Births342
1 in X1 in 969,150
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age101
Peak Year1907
World Rank#8,651
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.