Della

See also: della

English

Etymology

Possibly a variant of Adela or Delia. First appeared in the 19th century.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈdɛlə/

Proper noun

Della

1. A female given name originating as a coinage.
   • 2020, Marilynne Robinson, Jack, Hachette UK, →ISBN:

     He was afraid that Delia or Della might mention a cousin named Dahlia, and he would laugh. Sweet Jesus, do not let me laugh inappropriately.

Anagrams

• Adell, ladle