Delon
About Delon
Delon is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from French surnames, possibly relating to 'de Leon' meaning 'from Leon' or 'of the lion.' The name gained some recognition through famous French actor Alain Delon, lending it a touch of sophisticated European flair. In some contexts, it might also function as a variation of Dillon/Dylan. Delon has a smooth, modern sound with its two-syllable structure and strong ending consonant. The name remains relatively uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it distinctiveness without being difficult to pronounce or spell. It projects strength and style while avoiding trendiness. Delon works well internationally and carries an air of quiet confidence.
Pronounced duh-LON.
As of October 2026, Delon ranked #5440 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1594 in 1973.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,220 | 24 | 12.6 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |