Holding steady.
Popularity of Enedelia since 1931
Babies named Enedelia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1951, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Enedelia's real moment was 1967.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 28 |
| 1940s | 101 |
| 1950s | 180 |
| 1960s | 140 |
| 1970s | 128 |
| 1980s | 56 |
| 1990s | 41 |
| 2000s | 14 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Enedelia is a name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1931, reflecting its adoption among Hispanic families in the early 20th century. It reached its highest popularity in 1967, after which its usage declined and stabilized at very low levels. The name has maintained a consistent but rare presence, with no notable spikes in recent decades. While the exact etymology remains uncertain, its phonetic structure and cultural associations place it within the tradition of Spanish feminine names ending in -ia. Enedelia carries a melodic quality that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive but grounded name with Hispanic roots.
Enedelia is a name of uncertain origin, likely a feminine elaboration of the masculine name Enedelio or a variant of Eneida. It appears primarily in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities, with sporadic use in the United States since the early 20th century, particularly among families of Hispanic heritage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ene, Delia, Lia
Variants: Eneida, Enedelina
Sibling names for Enedelia
Names that share Enedelia's style, for a brother or sister.
