Del - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Del

del'del'1 syllable
🇪🇸Spanish
Approachable

MEANING

Of the

ORIGIN

Hispanic

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Spanish article 'del', a contraction of 'de' and 'el'.

CULTURAL NOTES

Often used as a prefix or in composite names.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Frequently seen in Spanish surnames and place names.

🇬🇧English
Soft

MEANING

Short form of names like Delbert or Delilah

ORIGIN

Anglo-Saxon

ETYMOLOGY

Used as a diminutive or nickname in English-speaking countries.

CULTURAL NOTES

Can be a standalone name or a nickname.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Commonly used in the mid-20th century as a casual or friendly name.

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