Find out how popular the first name Delsey has been for the last 3 years (from 1991 to 1993) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Delsey by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Delsey is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1993, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Delsey.

The history of the first name Delsey

The name Delsey is a relatively uncommon given name with obscure origins. It is believed to have its roots in the Old English language, derived from the word "delf" meaning a quarry or a pit. This suggests that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived or worked near a quarry or mining site.

In its earliest recorded instances, the name was spelled "Delfsy" or "Delfsie" in medieval English records from the 13th and 14th centuries. It was predominantly found in the northern counties of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Northumberland, where mining and quarrying were prevalent industries.

While the name does not appear to have any significant historical or religious references, there are a few notable individuals who bore this name throughout history. One of the earliest recorded was Delfsie of Bridlington, a 14th-century English nun and mystic known for her visions and spiritual writings.

In the 16th century, Delsey Cromwell was a distant relative of the famous English statesman Oliver Cromwell. She was a landowner and philanthropist who funded the construction of several churches and schools in the county of Huntingdonshire.

During the 17th century, Delsey Woodhouse was a prominent figure in the English Civil War. She was a supporter of the Parliamentarian cause and is said to have provided shelter and supplies to Cromwell's troops during their campaigns.

In more recent times, Delsey Wilkins (1923-2018) was an American artist and sculptor known for her abstract expressionist works. Her pieces are displayed in several prestigious galleries and museums across the United States.

Another notable bearer of the name was Delsey Herrington (1920-2009), a British novelist and playwright. Her most famous work, "The Quarry House," was a semi-autobiographical novel that explored themes of family, identity, and the impact of industrialization on rural communities.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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