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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is just
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- AD-lay
Adlai (AD-lay) is a Hebrew name meaning "God is just." It's a short, two-syllable name that's rarely heard today, which may appeal if you want something familiar in sound but uncommon on the playground.
Meaning & Origin of Adlai
Meaning: God is just.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Adlai
AD-layIPA /ˈædleɪ/
Popularity of Adlai
Adlai peaked at #480 in 1892, with 17 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had slipped to #9885, with just 7 babies, in the Social Security data that runs from 1891 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Adlai mean?
God is just. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Adlai?
Adlai is pronounced AD-lay (IPA: /ˈædleɪ/).
Is Adlai a popular name right now?
Adlai peaked at #480 in 1892 and is ranked #9885 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1891–2024.)
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