Of the grove or small valley
Delon is most commonly associated with a French surname of uncertain origin, likely referring to someone living near a grove or small valley. It gained some recognition as a given name due to the fame of French actor Alain Delon. In some contexts, it is also considered a modern variant of the name Dylan or a diminutive of names ending in -delon.
Less common today
Delon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,024 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Iconic French actor and filmmaker
NBA professional basketball player
English rugby union player