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Deliana

deh-lee-AH-nuh · Probably a variant of Delia or a feminine form of Delian; meaning is uncertain, perhaps 'of Delos' or 'from the island of Delos'.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,917
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 200,908 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #10,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Deliana since 1995

Babies named Deliana per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2010, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Deliana's real moment was 2024.

4711200020102020Most births 2010Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s5
2000s48
2010s56
2020s43

Meaning & origin

Deliana is a modern, uncommon name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1995. As of 2025, it ranks 10,917th, with an incidence of about 1 in 200,908 births. Its popularity reached a peak in 2024. The name's trajectory is stable, and it has not been recorded in any top states. While its exact etymology is uncertain, Deliana likely emerged as a creative variation of names like Delia or a combination with the popular suffix -ana. This style aligns with other contemporary names such as Eliana and Ariana. Deliana offers a fresh yet melodic option for parents seeking a distinctive name with a modern feel.

Deliana appears to be a modern coinage, likely a blend or elaboration of names like Delia or Della with the fashionable suffix -ana. Delia itself derives from the Greek name Delios, referring to the island of Delos, and was popularized in English literature. Deliana first enters U.S. records in 1995, suggesting a very recent creation without deep historical roots.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Deli, Ana, Liana

Variants: Delianna, Delyana

Sibling names for Deliana

Names that share Deliana's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Deliana mean?
Deliana's meaning is uncertain. It is likely a modern elaboration of Delia (meaning 'of Delos') or a feminine form of Delian, but its exact origin is not well-attested.
How popular is the name Deliana?
Deliana is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 10,917th in the U.S., with about 1 in every 200,908 newborns given the name. Its popularity peaked in 2024.
Is Deliana a girl's name?
Yes, Deliana is almost exclusively used as a girl's name in the United States.