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Adelaide | Meaning, Origin & History | The Name Library

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Adelaide

Adelaide is a feminine given name from the English form of a Germanic given name, from the Old High German Adalheidis, meaning "noble natured".

Germanic originSecular traditionElegantUnique

Meaning

noble natured

Snapshot

A girl name with 3 syllables. Currently considered rare.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Adelaide has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Adelaide is a name of Germanic origin, meaning "noble natured." It gained prominence in royal circles, notably through Adelaide of Burgundy, Queen of France, and later Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen, Queen of the United Kingdom. The name evokes a sense of elegance and historical significance, often associated with nobility and grace.

Famous Namesakes

Adelaide of Burgundy, Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen, Adelaide of Turin, Adelaide Kane, Adelaide Clemens

Nicknames & Variations

Addie, Addy, Della, Heidi

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