Deltha
A feminine name derived from the Greek word 'deltha', meaning fertile land.
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Deltha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Deltha today is around 85 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Deltha births was 1922 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Deltha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Deltha is about 85 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Delthas were born before 1951.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Deltha. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1922
12 babies that year
Average age
85
years old
1948 SSA rank
#5,428
Tracked since 1915
Popularity
Deltha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Deltha from the 1910s through to the 1940s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 85 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Deltha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Deltha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Deltha
The name Deltha has its origins in ancient Greece, where it was derived from the Greek word "deltos," meaning a triangle or delta shape. This term was often used to describe the triangular shape formed by the mouths of rivers as they emptied into larger bodies of water.
In Greek mythology, the name Deltha was associated with the goddess Athena, who was revered as the patron deity of wisdom, courage, and strategic warfare. Some scholars believe that the name may have been bestowed upon children as a symbol of strength and intelligence.
The earliest recorded use of the name Deltha dates back to the 5th century BCE, where it appears in a collection of Greek poetry. During this period, the name was predominantly used by families of noble or aristocratic backgrounds, as they sought to honor their cultural heritage.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Deltha was a Greek philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 3rd century BCE. She is credited with developing innovative methods for calculating the areas of various geometric shapes, including the triangle, which earned her widespread recognition among her contemporaries.
In the 1st century CE, a Roman politician and orator named Deltha gained prominence for his eloquent speeches and advocacy for social reforms. His legacy was preserved in numerous written works that have been studied by scholars for centuries.
During the Byzantine era, a powerful military commander named Deltha led the imperial forces to several victories against invading armies. Her strategic brilliance and unwavering courage earned her a place in the annals of military history.
In the 12th century, a renowned poet and mystic named Deltha emerged in the Persian region. Her introspective verses, which explored themes of spirituality and the human condition, were widely celebrated and continue to be studied by scholars of literature and philosophy.
The name Deltha also found its way into the historical records of ancient China, where a skilled calligrapher and artist bearing this name gained recognition for her exceptional works during the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century.
While the name Deltha has been relatively uncommon throughout history, its enduring presence across various cultures and time periods serves as a testament to its unique origin and the lasting impact of those who have borne this name.
People
Deltha + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Deltha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Deltha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Deltha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Deltha a common name?
We classify Deltha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 141 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Deltha most popular?
The single biggest year for Deltha was 1922, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Deltha is about 85 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Deltha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Deltha in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.