Adelyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adelyn is an English name that means 'noble'. It evolved from the name Adele through several historical forms. The name is seen as modern and elegant, gaining popularity in the 21st century. It has no biblical relevance. Notable people with this name include Adelyn Rae and Adelyn M. Lutz.
The name Adelyn is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adelyn has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Adelyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2258th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3512th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9591st out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6194th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 724th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 232nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adelyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adelyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈæd.ə.lɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Adelyn is derived from the name 'Adele', which comes from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble'. It has been adopted into English as a modern name, often seen as a feminine variant of the name 'Aidan'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adele, Adelina, Adeline, Adelyn
Historical Usage
Adelyn gained popularity in the early 21st century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Adelina, Adeline, Addie
Modern Popularity & Image
Adelyn is perceived as a trendy and elegant name, often associated with a sense of grace and modernity.
Famous People
Adelyn Rae, Adelyn M. Lutz
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adelyn"
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 of "Adelyn"
"Adelyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2258th of 9107 | 268 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3512th of 9204 | 123 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9591st of 12526 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6194th of 27321 | 204 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 724th of 35406 | 5,849 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 232nd of 30306 | 16,286 |
Regional Popularity of "Adelyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Adelyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
80.37% 1138th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.82% 496th/4582 |
19.23% 993rd/5164 |
10.28% 752nd/7313 |
11.55% 862nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.32% 212th/3984 |
5.93% 266th/4487 |
3.33% 227th/6822 |
3.73% 234th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adelyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adelyn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.