Meaning: Surname with separate English and Irish origins
The story
Delaney became an English given name from surnames of both English and Irish origin. Its meaning depends on the family line, so dark challenger is not a reliable universal translation.
Nicknames
- Laney
- Del
Spellings & variants
- Delainey
- Delanie
Popularity
In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
Lower in the latest US rankings
Style
- Surname-style
- Modern
Origins
Delaney comes from English and Irish.
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