Delphina
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Delphina
The name Delphina means "of Delphi" or "dolphin," derived from the Greek *delphis* (dolphin) and the place name Delphi, referencing the ancient Greek sanctuary of Apollo.
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Etymology
The name Delphina means "of Delphi" or "dolphin," derived from the Greek *delphis* (dolphin) and the place name Delphi, referencing the ancient Greek sanctuary of Apollo. It is used in Greek, Italian, and Spanish cultures, often within Christian contexts, and gained historical note through Saint Delphina, a 14th-century Provençal saint known for her piety.
Delphina currently ranks #12,226 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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