Delainey: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: d-ehl-ah-een-ehy
Origin: Scotland
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Dark

Delainey is a name with multiple interpretations and origins. Originally derived from the Gaelic word 'dealan, 'meaning 'dark, 'it is primarily a feminine name of Irish origin. However, it is also associated with the name Delaney, meaning "descendant of the challenger" or "offspring of the rival" in Celtic and Irish contexts. The name has seen variations in spelling, such as Delainy, which means "from the alder grove" in French. Despite its multiple meanings, Delainey has remained a unique and distinctive name.

Delainey Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Delainey is currently #4033 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Delainey is currently #2242 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Delainey is currently #1938 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Delainey is currently #1063 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Delainey is currently #2027 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Delainey is currently #1117 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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