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Delia

DEE-leer

Delia (name) means a female first name derived from an epithet of the Greek goddess Artemis. Example: “Delia was named after her grandmother.”

name

A female first name derived from an epithet of the Greek goddess Artemis.

"Delia was named after her grandmother."

noun

A long, coat-like garment worn by noblemen of the old Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

"Museum displays show the elaborate embroidery on a nobleman's delia."

How to use Delia

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMainly a female given name linked to the goddess Artemis and the island of Delos.

Word forms

delias plural

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Etymology

From the Ancient Greek epithet Dēlíā, referring to Artemis's birth on the island of Delos.

Origin: Ancient Greek

Rhymes for Delia

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Delia” mean?

The word “Delia” means a female first name derived from an epithet of the Greek goddess Artemis. In plain terms, mainly a female given name linked to the goddess Artemis and the island of Delos.

How do you pronounce “Delia”?

“Delia” is pronounced DEE-leer (/ˈdiːlɪə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Delia” in a sentence?

Here is “Delia” used in a sentence: “Delia was named after her grandmother.”

What part of speech is “Delia”?

Depending on how it is used, “Delia” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Delia” come from?

The word “Delia” comes from Ancient Greek. From the Ancient Greek epithet Dēlíā, referring to Artemis's birth on the island of Delos.

How many meanings does “Delia” have?

“Delia” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a female first name derived from an epithet of the Greek goddess Artemis.