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Delano Pronunciation

Delano is pronounced də-LAH-noh /dəˈlɑ.noʊ/High

Meaning: From a French surname (de la Noye, 'of the night' or 'of the walnut grove'); famous as the middle name of FDRMedium

In 30 seconds: Presidential and poetic: Delano was the middle name of Franklin D. Roosevelt, from a French surname meaning 'of the night' or 'of the walnut grove'. Stately, smooth, and historic.

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Origin MediumFrench, American

MeaningFrom a French surname (de la Noye, 'of the night' or 'of the walnut grove'); famous as the middle name of FDR

U.S. rank (2024)#3612 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1933

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,506

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Delano comes from a French surname, de la Noye — variously 'of the night' or 'of the walnut grove' — borne by a Huguenot family that settled in colonial America. It is famous as the middle name of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, lending it stately resonance.

In the U.S. it appears as a distinguished, history-flavored first name. Rare, night-or-walnut at the root, and presidential.

Did you know? The 'D' in Franklin D. Roosevelt stood for Delano — his mother's family name, of French Huguenot origin, carried proudly into the White House.

Overall data confidence 75%

Surname references — Delano — etymology and FDR

Variations

DelannoDelany

Nicknames

DelLano

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Delano?

Delano is pronounced də-LAH-noh (/dəˈlɑ.noʊ/). Press play above to hear Delano said aloud.

How do you say Delano?

Delano is said də-LAH-noh (/dəˈlɑ.noʊ/). Press play above to hear Delano said aloud.

What does the name Delano mean?

Delano is from a French surname, 'of the night' or 'of the walnut grove'; it's famous as FDR's middle name.

Is Delano a boy or girl name?

Delano is a boy's name.

How popular is Delano?

Delano is a rare name in the U.S.