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Delfina. The "ph" makes it heavier, older, less lively. More connected to Delphi (and the "womb" meaning).

I typically prefer p / ph over f (another example being Sofia and Sophia), the use of p is more natural to me. But mostly, I prefer to way the p / ph looks; its rounder and softer due to the curves of the P and H, while F is usually boxy and harsher. The question reminds me of the scene in Psycho that teachers use for Level 1 understanding of Mise en Scene; the female hero is framed by curved objects which look delicate, like the percaline jug with a wavy top or the round photo frame above her, while the male antagonist is framed by harsh corners and things that look pointy, like the talons of the birds of prey behind him or the pointy corners of the picture frames. That's what I get from Delfina / Sofia vs Delphina / Sophia

Delfina seems more lively and sexy and colorful, and Delphina seems more "classy" and delicate and pale. Both are appealing but I like Delfina more.

This message was edited 10/21/2023, 1:05 AM

Delphina, no contest!

Delphina looks better

Delphina looks better to me. That's the spelling I'd guess if I only heard the name and had to write it down. I also like how the ph stretches that part out and in comparison the f is too short and pute the l and i too close together.

I prefer Delfina -- the 'f' just feels softer and more natural than the 'ph.' This subtle change in the spelling lends itself to different colors and sounds, too. Delfina is indigo like piano keys, while Delphina is lavender like the smell of mint.

I prefer Delphina - I think it looks prettier. Both are nice though.

This message was edited 10/20/2023, 4:19 PM