US Popularity:528
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Dark challenger; From the alder grove
Delaney is a gender-neutral name of Irish origins, meaning “dark challenger.” Quirky Delaney is a popular surname in Ireland, originating from the Irish family name Ó Dubhshláine. Across the Celtic Sea, Delaney is also a habitational name in Northern France and derives from the Old French word del aunaie, meaning “from the alder grove.” Born to defeat the dark arts, little Delaney is prepared to combat life’s evil demons from a young age.

Delaney Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Delaney is currently #434 on The Bump
Boy:Delaney is currently #316 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Delaney is currently #258 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Delaney is currently #528 in U.S. births
Boy:Delaney is currently #28700 in U.S. births
Girl:Delaney is currently #518 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#518
in 2022
+ 48
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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