UK girl's name
Diellza
A feminine name of Albanian origin meaning "the sun".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Diellza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Diellza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 5 births.
This profile covers 33 England and Wales registrations across 9 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 33 living people in the UK are called Diellza. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Diellza ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 5 girls were registered as Diellza.
- • About 33 living people in the UK are estimated to have Diellza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4192
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2021
5 births
Estimated living
33
2026
Meaning
What does Diellza mean?
The given name Diellza appears to have its origins in the Albanian language and culture. It is likely derived from the Albanian word "diell," which means "sun." The "-za" suffix is a common diminutive ending in Albanian names, suggesting Diellza is a diminutive form meaning "little sun" or "sunny one."
The name's roots can be traced back to the ancient Illyrian tribes that inhabited the western Balkan region, including parts of modern-day Albania, Kosovo, and neighboring areas. The Illyrians were known for their reverence for celestial bodies like the sun, which played a significant role in their mythology and belief systems.
While there are no known direct historical references to the name Diellza in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its connection to the sun and its Illyrian roots place it firmly within the cultural traditions of the region. The earliest recorded examples of the name's use can be found in Albanian historical records and documents from the late medieval and early modern periods.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Diellza was Diellza Krasniqi (1874-1952), an Albanian educator and women's rights activist. She was a pioneer in advocating for women's education and empowerment in her country during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Another notable figure was Diellza Hoxha (1919-2005), an Albanian writer and journalist. She was known for her contributions to Albanian literature and her work in promoting the country's cultural heritage.
In the field of sports, Diellza Ismaili (born 1986) is a prominent figure. She is an Albanian judoka and Olympic medalist, having won a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Diellza Rexhepi (born 1994) is a contemporary Albanian singer and songwriter, known for her contributions to the Albanian pop music scene.
Lastly, Diellza Delia (born 1999) is a rising Albanian actress, who has gained recognition for her roles in various Albanian films and television series.
While the name Diellza has its origins in the Albanian language and culture, it has also gained some popularity in neighboring regions and among Albanian diaspora communities around the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Diellza over time
The chart below shows babies named Diellza registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Diellza, the clearest high point is 2021. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Diellza by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Diellza was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4470 | 18 | 4 |
| 2010s | #5765 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4169 | 9 | 3 |
| 1990s | #3824 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Diellza
- Daisy 49,435
- Danielle 13,507
- Darcie 11,010
- Darcy 10,516
- Darcey 9,708
- Delilah 9,098
- Demi 9,052
- Daniella 4,324
- Destiny 3,732
- Diana 3,258
- Dorothy 3,104
- Dolly 2,246
FAQ
Diellza: questions and answers
How popular is the name Diellza in the UK right now?
In 2024, Diellza was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Diellza most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 5 babies registered as Diellza in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Diellza?
A feminine name of Albanian origin meaning "the sun".
How many people are called Diellza in the UK?
A total of 33 babies have been registered as Diellza across the 9 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.