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  DELIGHT

The meaning of the girl name Delight is VARIANT OF LATIN DELICIA MEANING GIVES PLEASURE..

Details on DELIGHT:

Gender:
Girl
Meaning(s):
Variant of latin delicia meaning gives pleasure
Popularity for Girl:
22,555th in the USA (bottom 25%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

7 births
DELIGHT as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of DELIGHT:

The name Delight is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Delight is: Gives pleasure.
English meaning
The name Delight is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Delight is: Pleasure or youthful.
French meaning

USA birth(s) for DELIGHT by year:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DELIGHT

 DELIGHT as a girl

YearGirl Births
20247 births
20225 births
20218 births
20198 births
20187 births
201710 births
20156 births
20148 births
20085 births
19938 births
19868 births
19855 births
19849 births
19835 births
19817 births
19797 births
197810 births
19777 births
197610 births
19756 births
197311 births
19716 births
19706 births
19678 births
19665 births
196511 births
19649 births
196310 births
196210 births
196112 births
19607 births
195911 births

About the name DELIGHT

Delight, a name that dances on the tongue and resonates with joy, emerges from the Old French *delit*, meaning "pleasure" or "joyful feeling." Rooted in the Latin word *delectare*, it embodies the essence of happiness and contentment, evoking a sense of wonder and positivity. This name carries a lightness that can brighten even the heaviest of days. Symbolically, Delight is often associated with the joyous moments in life—celebrations, laughter, and the simple pleasures that weave a tapestry of cherished memories. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, Delight also finds resonance in various cultures that value happiness and positivity. In African and Caribbean communities, names reflecting joy and beauty are cherished, making Delight a fitting choice that transcends borders. Choosing Delight as a name for your child is an invitation to a life filled with warmth, laughter, and an appreciation for the little things that make each day special.

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