Delvin
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Delvin is an Irish name. It is a uncommon name, overwhelmingly used for boys, with 99.42% male usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Delvin
Delvin is a name with dual potential origins, adding to its intriguing appeal. Primarily, it is an Irish surname derived from Gaelic (Celtic) Ó Doibhlin, meaning "descendant of Doibhlin." The personal name Doibhlin is thought to mean "unlucky one" or "dog-friend," though the latter is more commonly cited for the surname. Additionally, Delvin could also be an English place name meaning "valley," or derived from the Old English 'delf' meaning "dug place." Its sound is modern yet grounded, offering a unique charm.
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Gender Usage of the Name Delvin
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Delvin is overwhelmingly used as a name for boys. Approximately 99.42% of recorded bearers are male. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Delvin
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Delvin is listed under Uncommon Boy Names worldwide. Its popularity varies considerably across the available regional markets, with the strongest usage in United Kingdom.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Uncommon | 1 in every 282K births |
| United Kingdom | Common | 1 in every 63K births |
| Canada | Common | 1 in every 413K births |
| Australia | Rare | 1 in every 3.53M births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Delvin ranked #8,538 on the Popular Boys’ Names Worldwide List (2025). This year the name appears in the official list for this region after being absent in the prior official year. Newly recorded in the latest official lists, Delvin shows early signs of usage.
Historically, its best recorded position was #664 in 2011. Its lowest recorded position was #8,899 in 2018. Over the last 7 years (2018–2025) the name rose 361 places (from #8,899 to #8,538).
Characteristics of the Name Delvin
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 2 syllables — Two-Syllable Boy Names
- Length
- 6 letters — Medium-Length Boy Names
- Starts with
- D — Boy Names Starting with D
- Ends with
- n — Boy Names Ending in “n”
Name AestheticMethodology
Delvin features a two-syllable1-0 stress pattern that provides a concise and measured articulation. It possesses no specific, widely established association with a major historical figure or cultural icon. Its phonetic brevity contributes to a Sleek & Modern aesthetic that feels straightforward and direct.
Middle Names For Delvin
Middle names used with DelvinMethodology
Delvin is most frequently used with these boy middle names: Delvin Devon · Delvin Jamar · Delvin Antonio · Delvin Leon · Delvin LamarView all 62 boy middle names.
- Total 81 middle names used with Delvin
- 5 girl middle names used with Delvin
- 13 unisex middle names used with Delvin
Middle name suggestions for DelvinMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Delvin is most frequently associated with boy middle names that have 2 syllables, Strong–Weak stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “m”.
Examples: Delvin Malik · Delvin Micah · Delvin Monte · Delvin Myron · Delvin Mikel. View all 76 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Delvin
Sound Like Delvin Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Delfino · Dalvin · Telvin · View all 8 names
Spelled Like Delvin Finder
Names with similar spelling patterns and letter sequences: Dalvin · Delvon · Delfin
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: David · Daniel · Donald · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Delvin Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: John · Steven · Kevin · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Robert · Michael · William · View all Top 100 names
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How to Spell Delvin in ASL
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