NAME PROFILE

Dolph

Derived from the Latin word for lioness or the Greek word for light. It represents a person who is both fiercely protective of their loved ones and a radiant source of joy in any room.

Key Stats

Total births626
GenderMale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1918
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1918
Most recent1918
Syllables1
OriginEnglish, Greek, Latin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

🏛️ Vintage Heritage

Top States

LA — 100%AK — 0%MT — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Leani Ratri Oktila (Para-badminton Gold Medalist) · Leani Janssen (Author of Children's Literature) · Leani de Vries (Contemporary Violinist) · Leani Lattin (Influential Fine Arts Educator) · Leani van der Merwe (South African Designer)

Nicknames & Diminutives

LeaLaniLeeAnnie

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