Delight is a unique and captivating name, originating from the Middle English word 'delite', which means 'great pleasure' or 'source of joy'. It's derived from the Old French 'delet', meaning 'to delight in', and ultimately comes from the Latin 'delectare', meaning 'to make pleasing'. This name offers a charming and expressive option for those seeking a distinctive choice.
The name Delight experienced fluctuating popularity over the years, with the highest number of births occurring in 1926 (24 births) and the lowest in several years (as low as 5 births). The most recent data shows a consistent but lower frequency of births since the 1980s, with peaks in the late 2010s.