Dellie

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 is also given to boys.

Pronounced DEL-ee.

As of October 2026, Dellie ranked #3187 for boys in US births in 1944 and #6038 for girls in US births in 1963 SSA, peaked at #759 for girls in 1882.