Delaney
Delaney is a girl name that ranked #216 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1912. Its best recorded rank was #169 in 2004.
Latest rank
#216
Peak rank
#169
Reached in 2004
Total recorded usage
40,146
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1912
What To Know About Delaney
Parents choosing Delaney often appreciate its balance of tradition and accessibility. As a girl name with English background, it carries recognizable weight without sounding overly formal.
Delaney is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Delaney appearing in official records as far back as 1912, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #169 in 2004, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: DELANEY
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.