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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Noble and brave/strong
- Origin
- Old High German (via Medieval Latin Adelardus)
- Pronunciation
- AD-ul-ard
Adelard is an Old High German name, coming into English by way of the Medieval Latin Adelardus, and it means "noble and brave" or "noble and strong." It's pronounced AD-ul-ard. If you want a name with a clear, sturdy meaning and an old-world feel, this one carries both.
Meaning & Origin of Adelard
Meaning: Noble and brave/strong.
Origin: Old High German (via Medieval Latin Adelardus).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Adelard
AD-ul-ardIPA /ˈædəlˌɑːrd/
Popularity of Adelard
Adelard does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Adelard mean?
Noble and brave/strong. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Adelard?
Adelard is pronounced AD-ul-ard (IPA: /ˈædəlˌɑːrd/).
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