Delia Witmer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Delia Witmer — Greek
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Delia Witmer 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 Witmer: Witmer, Pennsylvania, a census-designated place Witmer Lake, a lake in Indiana Witmer Stone (1866–1939), American ornithologist, botanist, and mammalogist People with the surname Charles B. Witmer (1862–1925), U.S. federal judge Denison Witmer, American songwriter Elizabeth Witmer (born 1946), Canadian politician Jill Witmer (born 1991), American field hockey player John Witmer (1951–2004), Canadian musician Lawrence Witmer (born 1959), American paleontologist and paleobiologist Lightner Witmer (1867–1956), American psychologist Tamara Witmer (born 1984), American model and actor Witmer v. 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: Witmer

English

Witmer, Pennsylvania, a census-designated place Witmer Lake, a lake in Indiana Witmer Stone (1866–1939), American ornithologist, botanist, and mammalogist People with the surname Charles B. Witmer (1862–1925), U.S. federal judge Denison Witmer, American songwriter Elizabeth Witmer (born 1946), Canadian politician Jill Witmer (born 1991), American field hockey player John Witmer (1951–2004), Canadian musician Lawrence Witmer (born 1959), American paleontologist and paleobiologist Lightner Witmer (1867–1956), American psychologist Tamara Witmer (born 1984), American model and actor Witmer v.

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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 Witmer

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 Witmer:

11
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Witmer?
The surname Witmer originates from English. Witmer, Pennsylvania, a census-designated place Witmer Lake, a lake in Indiana Witmer Stone (1866–1939), American ornithologist, botanist, and mammalogist People with the surname Charles B. Witmer (1862–1925), U.S. federal judge Denison Witmer, American songwriter Elizabeth Witmer (born 1946), Canadian politician Jill Witmer (born 1991), American field hockey player John Witmer (1951–2004), Canadian musician Lawrence Witmer (born 1959), American paleontologist and paleobiologist Lightner Witmer (1867–1956), American psychologist Tamara Witmer (born 1984), American model and actor Witmer v.
What are the origins of the name Delia Witmer?
The name Delia Witmer combines two different traditions: the first name Delia has Greek roots, while the surname Witmer originates from English.
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