GirlGermanic origin

Adelaide: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Meaning noble natured, a name with the warmth of an Australian city and the grace of a queen.

Origin
Germanic
Syllables
3
Current rank
#150
Peak
#150 in 2023

Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1900: #30419001960: #91019602010: #35620102020: #1502020#1#910

What Adelaide Means

Adelaide is a girl name of Germanic origin. Meaning noble natured, a name with the warmth of an Australian city and the grace of a queen.

How Popular Adelaide Is

Adelaide currently ranks #150 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #150 in 2023. It is rising.

Good to Know About Adelaide

  • The Australian city of Adelaide was named after Queen Adelaide, wife of William IV.
  • The musical Guys and Dolls features the unforgettable Miss Adelaide.
  • A vintage gem that is currently experiencing a glorious comeback.

Names Like Adelaide

Other Germanic names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Adelaide

Germanic names that pair well as a brother or sister to Adelaide.

Questions About Adelaide

What does Adelaide mean?

Adelaide is a girl name of Germanic origin. Meaning noble natured, a name with the warmth of an Australian city and the grace of a queen.

How popular is Adelaide?

Adelaide currently ranks #150 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #150 in 2023. It is rising.

Where does Adelaide come from?

Adelaide comes from Germanic roots. The Australian city of Adelaide was named after Queen Adelaide, wife of William IV.

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