Delphine
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Delphine is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Delphine is a French name derived from the Latin 'Delphinus', referring to the dolphin. It's also associated with Delphi, the ancient Greek city.”. It currently ranks #3651 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1958.
What Delphine Means
“Delphine is a French name derived from the Latin 'Delphinus', referring to the dolphin. It's also associated with Delphi, the ancient Greek city.”
The Story of Delphine
This elegant French name, echoing the graceful dolphin and the ancient oracle of Delphi, awaits your daughter.
Delphine is a French name derived from the Latin 'Delphinus,' referring to the dolphin, a creature symbolizing intelligence and grace. It is also strongly associated with Delphi, the ancient Greek city famed for its oracle, linking the name to wisdom and prophecy. The name journeyed from classical antiquity through French culture, where it became a cherished given name.
The name Delphine sounds like a sigh of elegant calm, evoking images of flowing water and ancient wisdom. It’s a name for a daughter who will move through life with grace and an intuitive understanding of the world. When you write 'Delphine' on her birth announcement, you are calling forth a sense of mystery and profound intelligence for her.
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Famous Namesakes
Delphine Seyrig
French actress and film director
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#348 in 1958
Total Births
10,440
First Recorded
1880
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