Adelaide

At a Glance

Meaning

Of noble character

Origin

Germanic (Old High German, via French)

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

AD-el-aydListen

Adelaide traces back to Old High German by way of French, carrying the meaning "of noble character." Said AD-el-ayd, it has an old-fashioned warmth to it — the kind of name that feels both well-worn and completely fresh at the same time. It's a solid pick if you want something with real depth and a bit of history behind it.

Meaning & Origin of Adelaide

Meaning: Of noble character.

Origin: Germanic (Old High German, via French).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Adelaide

Popularity of Adelaide

Adelaide hit its highest point back in 1883, ranking #179 with 85 baby girls given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled at #271 — but with 1,158 babies named Adelaide, that's actually far more girls wearing the name today than at its 19th-century peak.

Names Like Adelaide

These names share Adelaide’s style, era or origin.

• Adaline
• Adela
• Adelina
• Adelynn
• Arnold
• Audrey

FAQ

What does the name Adelaide mean?

Of noble character. (Source: Wiktionary)

How do you pronounce Adelaide?

Adelaide is pronounced AD-el-ayd (IPA: /ˈædəleɪd/).

Is Adelaide a popular name right now?

Adelaide peaked at #179 in 1883 and is ranked #271 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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