Delphin - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Delphin \d(e)-lph

is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "dolphin". French form of a name that 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 shape resembles that of a pregnant woman. Saint Delphin (fourth century) was a French bishop. The feminine version is Delphine.

Baby names that sound like Delphin are Delvon, Delevan, Delavan and Dalvwin.

Delphin is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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