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Delphie

Quick answerThe given name 'Delphie' is derived from the Greek word 'Δελφίς' (Delphis), meaning 'dolphin', and is associated with the mythological association of dolphins with the god Apollo.

Girl · 1 syllable

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#3,250
TrendVintage
Peak year1922
Syllables1
Origin—
LanguageGreek
CultureGreek
Letters7
Numerology5 Chaldean 4
Global rank#3,250

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Delphie

The given name 'Delphie' is derived from the Greek word 'Δελφίς' (Delphis), meaning 'dolphin', and is associated with the mythological association of dolphins with the god Apollo.

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Etymology

The given name 'Delphie' is derived from the Greek word 'Δελφίς' (Delphis), meaning 'dolphin', and is associated with the mythological association of dolphins with the god Apollo. The name 'Delphie' has been used in various cultures, including Greek and French, and has historical connections to the French name 'Delphine', which was popularized in the 19th century by the novel 'Delphine' by Madame de Staël.

Delphie currently ranks #3,250 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1922.

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