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Delaney

A surname used as a given name, meaning 'descendant of the challenger' in Irish.

Meaning and origin

Delaney is a modern given name taken from a surname that exists in both English and Irish traditions.

How to pronounce Delaney

English (US)duh-LAY-nee

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