What is the origin of the name Delayah?

Delayah is a name of English origin.

How popular is the name Delayah?

Delayah is currently ranked #9690 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Delayah?

Delayah is pronounced deh-LAY-ah.

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Delayah

deh-LAY-ah

Popularity

#9690

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

English

Total Births

Peak Year

#13 in 2017

First Recorded

2011

Style

Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Likely a modern invented name or a variation. Could be linked to 'delay' or 'delight'.

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Lay Layah Dela

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Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Lay Layah Dela

Similar Names

Delilah Maya Kayla Aaliyah

Personality Traits

UniqueJoyfulOptimisticCreative

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