Delias

Delias is a variant of the Greek name Delio, which in Greek mythology is known as an epithet of the god Apollo, who was born on the island of Delos, the god of light, the moon, and hunting.

What does the name Delias mean?

The name Delias is derived from the Greek Delio and is closely associated with mythology. It literally means 'the one from the island of Delos'. According to ancient Greek tradition, the gods Apollo, the god of light, and Artemis, the goddess of hunting, were born on Mount Kynthos, which is located on the island of Delos. Variations of the name also include Delian, Deljan, Delyan, Delyar, and Delyo.

Where does the name Delias come from?

Delias has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the one from the island of Delos'. The name is derived from the Ancient Greek Delio, which is an epithet of the god Apollo. It is common in the Macedonian language.

How do you pronounce Delias?

The pronunciation of Delias is three syllables and fluid. In German pronunciation, the name is usually rendered as 'De-li-as' [ˈdeːliːas], with a bright, elongated vowel making the name appear wide and open. The following syllables provide a gentle transition without harsh interruptions. Overall, Delias conveys a soft, melodic sound that feels airy and elegant.

When is the name day of Delias?

The name day of Delias is celebrated on November 24.

Popularity

In Germany, Delias is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2021 at 5,195th. In the last ten years, Delias has been given as a first name fewer than ten times, which places it at 7,739th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,916th.