How Many People Are Named Delyla?
Complete statistics for the name Delyla: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Delyla is a very rare name, with only 662 people alive in the U.S. today, making it 1 in 498,810. It peaked in 2008 with 43 births and is still a modern choice, mostly for those under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 5 is traditionally linked to freedom, adventure, and a love of change. People with this life path number tend to be curious, adaptable, and drawn to new experiences.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 14All 667 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: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Delyla Through the Generations
Delyla has a unique story, with just 667 total births across all time but 662 people currently alive, showing a slight increase in popularity. The name peaked in 2008 with 43 births, indicating a brief surge in its usage. Interestingly, 98% of Delylas are under 30, making it a distinctly modern choice. This contrasts sharply with the relatively stable trend since then, suggesting a sustained preference among younger generations. The age distribution also reveals a youthful demographic, with no one over 60, painting a picture of a name that has remained popular primarily within the last two decades.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Delyla's Hebrew (variant spelling) roots
📄 About the Name Delyla
How Many People Have the Name Delyla?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 662 people in the United States currently share the name Delyla. That works out to roughly 1 in every 498,810 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Delyla a Common or Rare Name?
Delyla 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 Delyla Mean?
Delyla means "A modern variant of Delilah, often associated with the meaning 'delicate' or 'languishing'." and comes from Hebrew (variant spelling) origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Delyla in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Delyla Most Popular?
The name Delyla reached peak popularity in 2008, with 43 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 Delyla?
Approximately 662 people named Delyla live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 667. That works out to roughly 1 in 498,810 Americans.
Is Delyla a rare name?
Delyla is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 498,810 Americans has this name.
What does the name Delyla mean?
Delyla means "A modern variant of Delilah, often associated with the meaning 'delicate' or 'languishing'." and comes from Hebrew (variant spelling) origins.
Is Delyla more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Delyla are male and 100% are female.
When was Delyla most popular?
Delyla peaked in 2008 with 43 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.