Adelaide
Noble kind — a girl name of Germanic origin
Popularity of Adelaide in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Adelaide
Adelaide descends from the Germanic "Adalheidis," combining "adal" (noble) and "heid" (kind or type). It was the name of Saint Adelaide of Italy, a tenth-century Holy Roman Empress, and later of Queen Adelaide, consort of William IV, for whom the Australian city of Adelaide is named. The name fell out of fashion through much of the twentieth century but has returned strongly as part of the trend toward elegant, historically grounded girls' names. Its rich sound and royal pedigree have made it a favorite among vintage revivals like Charlotte and Eleanor.
Adelaide Around the World
Adelaide is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 18+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Adelaide
Famous People Named Adelaide
- Queen Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen — consort of King William IV
- Saint Adelaide of Italy — tenth-century Holy Roman Empress
- Adelaide Kane — Australian actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Adelaide mean?
Adelaide is a girl name of Germanic origin meaning "Noble kind." Adelaide descends from the Germanic "Adalheidis," combining "adal" (noble) and "heid" (kind or type). It was the name of Saint Adelaide of Italy, a tenth-century Holy Roman Empress, and later of Queen Adelaide, consort of William IV, for whom the Australian city of Adelaide is named.
How do you pronounce Adelaide?
Adelaide is pronounced AD-uh-layd. Common variations include Adelheid, Adeline, Alaide.
Is Adelaide a girl name?
Yes, Adelaide is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Addie, Adele, Della, Ada.
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