Girl Name · Greek Origin
Delta
Delta is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Fourth". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Delta often also consider Denita.
Delta meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Fourth
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Delta to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Delta as D·E·L·T·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Delta is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Delta variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Deltaa, Deltae, Deltay, Delt.
- Nicknames: Del and D.
- Middle names: Pair Delta with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Delta middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Denita, Delton, Deonta, Delos, Devonta pair naturally with Delta.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Delta
What does the name Delta mean?
Delta means "Fourth" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Delta?
Delta originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Delta?
Delta has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Delta a boy's or girl's name?
Delta is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Delta in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Delta sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Delta?
Names that share Delta's sound and style include Denita, Delton, Deonta, Delos, Devonta.
What middle names pair well with Delta?
Good middle-name fits for Delta pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Delta is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Delta is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Delta?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Delta share its rhythm without rhyming — Denita, Delton, Deonta all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.