Adelheid

At a Glance

Meaning

Of a noble sort

Origin

German (Old High German)

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

AH-del-hyteListen

Adelheid is a German name from Old High German, meaning "of a noble sort." It's pronounced AH-del-hyte, and it's the long-form root that shorter names built on the same sounds trace back to only in spirit here, so expect to explain it and spell it out for others.

Meaning & Origin of Adelheid

Meaning: Of a noble sort.

Origin: German (Old High German).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Adelheid

Popularity of Adelheid

Adelheid ranked #1353 in 1894, its peak year in the U.S. Social Security records, with just 6 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #6147, with 19 babies.

Names Like Adelheid

These names have followed a similar path to Adelheid in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Zed
• Viva
• Apollonia
• Sheridan
• Ellanora
• Hazelle

FAQ

What does the name Adelheid mean?

Of a noble sort. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Adelheid?

Adelheid is pronounced AH-del-hyte (IPA: /ˈaːdl̩haɪt/).

Is Adelheid a popular name right now?

Adelheid peaked at #1353 in 1894 and is ranked #6147 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1894–2024.)

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