Delphine - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Delphine \d(e)-lphi-

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "dolphin". French form of a name which refers to the Greek town of Delphi, home of a famous oracle. The Greeks believed that Delphi was the earth's womb; the dolphin's shapre resembles that of a pregnant woman. Also a flower name: the larkspur flower, whose center resembles a dolphin, is also known as delphinium. French actress Delphine Seyrig.

For more information, see also the related name Delfina.

Delphine is a very common first name for women (#1105 out of 4276) but an uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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