name
Delano
DEH-luh-noh
Delano (name) means a surname, notably part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's name. Example: “Delano is the middle name of one of America's most famous presidents.”
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1
A surname, notably part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's name.
"Delano is the middle name of one of America's most famous presidents."
2
A city in California named after a US government official who bore the surname.
"Delano, California, sits in the state's Central Valley farming region."
How to use Delano
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname and place name, notably linked to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Delanos
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Etymology
An Americanized form of the French surname Delannoy, ultimately referring to a place named for an alder grove.
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What does “Delano” mean?
The word “Delano” means a surname, notably part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's name. In plain terms, a surname and place name, notably linked to President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
How do you pronounce “Delano”?
“Delano” is pronounced DEH-luh-noh (/ˈdɛlənəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Delano” in a sentence?
Here is “Delano” used in a sentence: “Delano is the middle name of one of America's most famous presidents.”
What part of speech is “Delano”?
“Delano” is a name.
Where does the word “Delano” come from?
The word “Delano” comes from French. An Americanized form of the French surname Delannoy, ultimately referring to a place named for an alder grove.
How many meanings does “Delano” have?
“Delano” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname, notably part of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's name.
