Girl · 97th of 30,306
Adeline
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
76,951
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2016
Peak Popularity Year
4,125
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Adeline 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
Adeline is an Old French name meaning 'noble', originating from the Germanic word 'adal'. It has evolved through various forms such as Adele and Adelina. The name has a rich historical usage, gaining popularity in the 19th century and is perceived today as elegant and vintage. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈæd.ə.laɪn/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Adeline is derived from the Old French name 'Adele', which comes from the Germanic word 'adal', meaning 'noble'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adele, Adeline, Adelina
Historical Usage
Adeline gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries and has remained a classic name since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Adele, Addie, Adelina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Adeline is perceived as a vintage and elegant name, often associated with sophistication.
Famous People
Adeline Virginia Stephen (Virginia Woolf), Adeline Genee
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:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,125 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 19426th of 23106 | 11 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 188th of 9107 | 19,976 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 381st of 9204 | 5,829 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1055th of 12526 | 1,803 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2212th of 19264 | 599 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1925th of 27321 | 1,059 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 489th of 35406 | 9,726 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 97th of 30306 | 35,067 |