Della

At a Glance

Meaning

Uncertain: possibly 'noble' (if shortened from Adela) or 'of Delos' (if shortened from Delia)

Origin

English (19th-century coinage, possibly short for Adela or Delia)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

DEL-ahListen

Della is pronounced DEL-ah, and it carries a bold, modern feel even though it dates back to 19th-century English usage. You might see it described as meaning 'noble,' but that's only one possibility — it likely began as a short form of either Adela ('noble') or Delia ('of Delos'), so which one it truly traces back to isn't settled.

Meaning & Origin of Della

Meaning: Uncertain: possibly 'noble' (if shortened from Adela) or 'of Delos' (if shortened from Delia).

Origin: English (19th-century coinage, possibly short for Adela or Delia).

A common claim: Della means 'noble' Actually: Della's origin is uncertain — it may be short for Adela ('noble') or for Delia ('of Delos'), so 'noble' is only one of two equally plausible sources.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Della

Popularity of Della

Della hit its peak popularity in 1881, ranking #60 with 428 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #580, though it was still given to 518 babies.

Names Like Della

These names share Della’s style, era or origin.

• Lula
• Aldera
• Louisa
• Luella
• Noble
• Rex

FAQ

What does the name Della mean?

Uncertain: possibly ‘noble’ (if shortened from Adela) or ‘of Delos’ (if shortened from Delia). (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Della?

Della is pronounced DEL-ah (IPA: /ˈdɛlə/).

Is Della a popular name right now?

Della peaked at #60 in 1881 and is ranked #580 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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