Delaney Name Meaning & Origin
/deh-LAY-nee/Name Origin
The name 'Delaney' is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic Ó Dubhshláine, meaning 'descendant of Dubhshláine', with 'Dubh' meaning black or dark, and 'Sláine' possibly referring to a surname or place name. It has been adopted as a given name and surname in English-speaking countries, especially in Ireland, the United States, and Canada.
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American (Celtic) 60% -
Irish (Celtic) 30% -
Canadian (Celtic) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Delaney
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Delaney in the US (SSA Data):
Delaney Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.