Boy · 2804th of 24,088
Adel
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,949
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2006
Peak Popularity Year
65
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Adel stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Adel has Germanic origins, meaning 'noble'. It evolved from the Old High German 'Adal' and has variants such as Adela and Adele. The name carries traits of nobility and strength, but it does not have a biblical background. Its popularity rose in the 19th century and it is currently perceived as classic and elegant.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːdɛl/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Adel derives from the Germanic word 'adal', meaning 'noble'. It is often associated with nobility and aristocracy.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adal (Old High German), Adel (German), Adél (French)
Historical Usage
The name Adel gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Adela, Adeline, Adele
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Adel is seen as classic and elegant, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Adel Abdul Rahman, Adel Al-Jubeir, Adel Taarabt
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 65 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 4 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5980th of 7545 | 16 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5479th of 6773 | 16 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6360th of 7552 | 12 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5019th of 10718 | 66 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2882nd of 16616 | 329 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2804th of 24088 | 604 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3150th of 23106 | 444 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1784th of 9107 | 384 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2850th of 9204 | 181 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3743rd of 12526 | 200 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9743rd of 27321 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8595th of 35406 | 199 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6152nd of 30306 | 239 |