DELANE
Recorded variant spellings include De Lane, de Lane
Delane
Delane is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old French word de la meaning "from the" and the personal name Elaine, ultimately originating from the Greek name Helenē, meaning "light" or "torch".
Origins
The Delane surname is thought to have stemmed from people who lived near a lane or a narrow path, or who came from a place named Lane. The surname may also indicate descent from an individual named Elaine.
Distribution
The Delane surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as London, Kent, and Essex. It can also be found among the British diaspora in countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable Individuals
- John Delane (1809–1879): A prominent British journalist who served as the editor of The Times from 1841 to 1877.
- Francis Delane (1817–1891): Son of John Delane and also a notable figure in British journalism.
Variants
Variants of the Delane surname include Delaine, Delainey, De Laney, and De'Laney.
References
- P. Hanks and F. Hodges, A Dictionary of Surnames (Oxford University Press, 1988).
- Census and parish records from the United Kingdom.
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 58 people named Delane in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Delane.
