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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Delly

Little one

Pronunciation: DEL-ee (/ˈdɛli/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 55
Meaning
Little one
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
11
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Pearl
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
55
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: WhiteGold

What does Delly mean?

Derived from the Greek word 'delos', meaning 'visible' or 'obvious'. In the New Testament, the name Delly is not found, but it is a diminutive form of names like Delia or Delphina. This name carries a sense of tenderness and sweetness, making it a beautiful choice for a little girl.

Delly in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
דלי
משמעות השם דלי היא שופע או מים זורמים
Greek
Ντέλλυ
Το Ντέλλυ σημαίνει χαρά ή ευχαρίστηση
Latin
Delly
Delly means joyful or happy
English
Delly
Delly means delightful or joyful person

How to pronounce Delly

English pronunciation
DEL-ee
IPA notation
/ˈdɛli/

Numerology & personality

Expressive, creative, and artistic, Dellys often have a strong emotional core and a great capacity for love and self-expression.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of God's love and care for the newborn.

The name Delly, while not having a direct cultural impact in Christianity, has a charming appeal due to its origins in the Greek language. It is often used as a nickname for girls with names such as Delia, Delphina, or other Greek-inspired names. Delly is not a popular name for Christian girls, but it does carry an air of elegance and charm with its Greek roots.

Popularity of Delly by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 54 2024
Spain ES 65 2024
Brazil BR 74 2024
Italy IT 36 2024

Names similar to Delly

Frequently asked questions about Delly

What does Delly mean?
Delly is a Greek name for girls that is derived from the Greek word 'delos', meaning 'visible' or 'obvious'.
Is Delly a Christianity name?
Delly is a Greek Christian name, although it is not found in the New Testament.
How to pronounce Delly?
Delly is pronounced as 'Del-lee'.
Is Delly popular today?
Delly is not a widely used name in modern times, but it is a beautiful and meaningful choice for a little girl.
What is the origin of Delly?
Delly is a Greek name for girls that is derived from the Greek word 'delos', meaning 'visible' or 'obvious'.