Dellie

Dellie Origin and Meaning

The name Dellie is a girl's name.

Dellie is a feminine name with American origins, primarily found in the southern United States. It emerged as a diminutive form of names containing the 'del' sound, such as Cordelia, Adelaide, or Adele. The name peaked in popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has since become quite rare. Dellie has a delicate, vintage charm that evokes images of southern hospitality and simpler times. The name carries a sweet, affectionate quality with its soft sounds and -ie ending, a common feature in nicknames of that era. While uncommon today, Dellie represents the American tradition of creating familiar, endearing forms of longer names, particularly in close-knit rural communities.

Dellie Rank in US Top 1000

# 824 in the US