What origin is the name Delaware?

Delaware comes from French naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Delaware?

Names from the same french tradition pair naturally with Delaware — for example Andre, Remy, Antoine. You can browse more on our french names page.

Delaware

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Delaware

Delaware

Unisex

French

4 syllables

Delaware is a French unisex name meaning "From the river Delaware".

The meaning of Delaware is "From the river Delaware" — a unisex name of French origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: French
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 4

Last updated 23 October 2026.

Meaning

From the river Delaware

Popularity

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What does Delaware mean?

Delaware is a unisex name of French origin meaning "From the river Delaware".

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