Adelaide

At a Glance: Name: Adelaide – Meaning: of noble character – Origin: Germanic (Old High German, via French) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: AD-el-ayd

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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

Phonetic: AD-el-ayd   IPA: /ˈædəleɪd/

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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Adelaide mean?

Of noble character. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Adelaide)

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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