Delia Wilde

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Delia Wilde — Greek
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Delia Wilde is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Delia is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Delia (Della as a diminutive) is a feminine given name either taken from an epithet of the Greek moon goddess Artemis, or else representing a short form of Adelia, Bedelia, Cordelia or Odelia. Meanings and origins According to records for the 1901 Irish census, there were 6,260 people named Delia living that year in all 32 counties of Ireland, with 256 more bearing the full forename Bedelia (plus 59 other people with the variant spelling Bidelia, and 361 Biddy, 529 Bride and 153984 Bridget). The surname Wilde: In film, television, and theatre Andrew Wilde (actor), English actor Barbie Wilde (born 1960), Canadian actress Brian Wilde (1927–2008), British actor Cornel Wilde (1912–1989), American actor and film director Hagar Wilde (1905–1971), screenplay writer Lois Wilde (1907–1995), American actress, model, dancer, and beauty contest winner Marty Wilde (born 1939), British rock and roll singer and actor; father of Kim and Ricky Wilde Olivia Wilde (born 1984), American actress Patrick Wilde, British television, stage and screenwriter Sonya Wilde (born 1937), American actress Ted Wilde (1893–1929), com. Delia is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 45K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Delia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Delia

Greek

Delia (Della as a diminutive) is a feminine given name either taken from an epithet of the Greek moon goddess Artemis, or else representing a short form of Adelia, Bedelia, Cordelia or Odelia. Meanings and origins According to records for the 1901 Irish census, there were 6,260 people named Delia living that year in all 32 counties of Ireland, with 256 more bearing the full forename Bedelia (plus 59 other people with the variant spelling Bidelia, and 361 Biddy, 529 Bride and 153984 Bridget).

Surname: Wilde

English

In film, television, and theatre Andrew Wilde (actor), English actor Barbie Wilde (born 1960), Canadian actress Brian Wilde (1927–2008), British actor Cornel Wilde (1912–1989), American actor and film director Hagar Wilde (1905–1971), screenplay writer Lois Wilde (1907–1995), American actress, model, dancer, and beauty contest winner Marty Wilde (born 1939), British rock and roll singer and actor; father of Kim and Ricky Wilde Olivia Wilde (born 1984), American actress Patrick Wilde, British television, stage and screenwriter Sonya Wilde (born 1937), American actress Ted Wilde (1893–1929), com.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Delia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Delia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Delia Wilde

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Delia Wilde:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Delia?
The first name Delia originates from Greek. Delia (Della as a diminutive) is a feminine given name either taken from an epithet of the Greek moon goddess Artemis, or else representing a short form of Adelia, Bedelia, Cordelia or Odelia. Meanings and origins According to records for the 1901 Irish census, there were 6,260 people named Delia living that year in all 32 counties of Ireland, with 256 more bearing the full forename Bedelia (plus 59 other people with the variant spelling Bidelia, and 361 Biddy, 529 Bride and 153984 Bridget).
When was Delia most popular?
The name Delia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wilde?
The surname Wilde originates from English. In film, television, and theatre Andrew Wilde (actor), English actor Barbie Wilde (born 1960), Canadian actress Brian Wilde (1927–2008), British actor Cornel Wilde (1912–1989), American actor and film director Hagar Wilde (1905–1971), screenplay writer Lois Wilde (1907–1995), American actress, model, dancer, and beauty contest winner Marty Wilde (born 1939), British rock and roll singer and actor; father of Kim and Ricky Wilde Olivia Wilde (born 1984), American actress Patrick Wilde, British television, stage and screenwriter Sonya Wilde (born 1937), American actress Ted Wilde (1893–1929), com.
What are the origins of the name Delia Wilde?
The name Delia Wilde combines two different traditions: the first name Delia has Greek roots, while the surname Wilde originates from English.
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