Delena

Meaning & origin

Delena is a name that has remained consistently uncommon in the United States since its first recorded use in 1902. It reached its peak popularity in 1967, though even then it never entered the top 1,000. In 2025, it ranked 13,208, with a 1-in-267,878 birth rate, reflecting its rarity. However, the name has been on a rising trajectory since 2015, suggesting a quiet revival. Delena's sound and spelling align with names like Elena and Selena, giving it a familiar yet distinctive feel. Its primary origin is likely an English elaboration of Della or a variant of Delaney, though it may also draw from the Greek Helena. No top states were recorded for the name, indicating its spread is even but limited.

Delena is likely a modern English elaboration of the name Della or a variant of Delaney, or possibly a respelling of the Greek name Helenē (Helena). It emerged in the United States around the early 20th century, with its peak popularity in the 1960s. The name has seen a recent revival, rising in use since 2015.