Adeline

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Noble; Noble One

Background: The name Adeline originates from the French diminutive form of 'Adele,' which is derived from the Germanic element 'adal,' meaning 'noble.' This term is also linked to the Latin name 'Adele,' reinforcing the notion of nobility associated with the name.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#450
Total births
76,951
Most popular decade
2010s (70,167 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+162 ranks)
Years in Top 100
9
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

0.0% male 100.0% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1921
First year births
5
First year rank
#4,322
Peak year
2016
Peak year births
6
Peak rank
#10,743
Most recent year
2016
Recent year births
6
Recent rank
#10,743

Female

First year
1880
First year births
54
First year rank
#208
Peak year
2016
Peak year births
4,119
Peak rank
#63
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
3,723
Recent rank
#58

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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