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Delon

duh-LON · Of uncertain origin; possibly derived from French place names or a variant of Delonix, a genus of flowering plants.

2025 rank (boys)
#5,399
Babies named in 2025
17
Peak popularity
1993
2025 frequency
1 in 100,475 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2019

Rising since 2019, #5,399 for boys today.

Popularity of Delon since 1932

Babies named Delon per year in U.S. Social Security records.

13274019602000Most births 1993Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1930s43
1940s26
1950s29
1960s122
1970s216
1980s182
1990s307
2000s198
2010s183
2020s72

Meaning & origin

Delon is an extremely rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1932. It reached its peak rank of 5,399 in 1993, and as of 2025, approximately 1 in 100,475 boys receive the name. While its etymology is uncertain, the name has slowly gained traction since 2019, reflecting a rising trajectory. Delon remains a name with no strong regional concentration, as top states are not documented.

Delon is a modern English name with uncertain origins. It may be derived from French surnames like Delon (from 'de Lyon'), or possibly inspired by the tropical tree genus Delonix (e.g., the flame tree). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1932 and saw modest use in the late 20th century.

Sibling names for Delon

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

Sisters: Delaney, Dahlia, Layla, Jade, Sage

Brothers: Damon, Dorian, Elon, Caleb, Landon

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Delon mean?
The meaning of Delon is uncertain. It may be related to French place names or the tree genus Delonix, but no single authoritative meaning has been established.
How popular is the name Delon?
Delon is rare. In 2025, it ranked 5,399 in the U.S., with about 1 in 100,475 boys given the name that year.
Is Delon a boy's name?
Delon is primarily a boy's name, though it is very uncommon.