Delano is a surname and given name.
As a surname, Delano is of French origin. It is derived from "de la Noue," meaning "from the wet place," indicating someone who lived near a damp area, such as a marsh or meadow. The Delano family has notable history in America, particularly in connection to U.S. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, whose mother, Sara Delano Roosevelt, belonged to a prominent and wealthy American family of that name. The family's wealth originated in maritime trade, particularly with China.
As a given name, Delano is typically masculine. Its use likely stems from the surname, adopted as a first name in homage to family lineage or association with the Delano family.
Notable people with the surname Delano:
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1882-1945): 32nd President of the United States.
- Sara Delano Roosevelt (1854-1941): Mother of Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Notable people with the given name Delano:
- Given names are less consistently "notable" in a general encyclopedic sense unless associated with significant public figures. Instances of the given name Delano appearing in literature or public records often relate back to connections with the Delano family.