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Delphine

/ del-FEEN /
Girl French 2 syllables
Meaning
Delphine means Dolphin; of Delphi (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
del-FEEN
Popularity
#3592 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Delphine in the US, 1880–2025
18801900192019401960198020002020

Delphine first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1958, when 348 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 42.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Delphine popular?

Rising Delphine has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.

US babies given the name Delphine, by decade
2020s 261
2010s 397
2000s 154
1990s 103
1980s 141
1970s 343
1960s 987
1950s 1,676
1940s 1,005
1930s 1,730
1920s 2,080
1910s 1,021
1900s 287
1890s 161
1880s 102

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Delphine mean?

Delphine is linked to the dolphin and to Delphi, seat of the ancient oracle.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Delphine mean?

Delphine means Dolphin; of Delphi. Delphine is linked to the dolphin and to Delphi, seat of the ancient oracle.

What is the origin of the name Delphine?

Delphine is of French origin.

How do you pronounce Delphine?

Delphine is pronounced “del-FEEN.”

Is Delphine a boy or a girl name?

Delphine is most commonly used as a girl name.

Is Delphine a popular name right now?

Delphine has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.

How popular is the name Delphine?

In 2025, Delphine ranked #3592 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Delphine most popular?

Delphine was most popular in 1958, when about 348 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Delphine?

Names similar to Delphine include Belle, Amelie, Ines, Lucie, Manon.

What names go well with Delphine?

French names that pair well with Delphine include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.