What is the origin of the name Adelaine?

Adelaine is a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Adelaine?

Adelaine is currently ranked #3746 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Adelaine?

Adelaine is pronounced AD-uh-layn.

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GirlGermanic

Adelaine

AD-uh-layn

Popularity

#3746

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

625

Peak Year

#40 in 2020

First Recorded

1916

Style

Vintage, Royal & Regal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Adelaine is a variation of Adelaide, derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble nature.'

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Addie Ada Laine

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Addie Ada Laine

Spelling Variations

Adelaide Adeline Adelyn

Similar Names

Eleanor Evelyn Charlotte Josephine

Personality Traits

NobleKindGracefulElegant

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