Adeline
Adeline is a girl name of French origin meaning “Noble”, pronounced AD-uh-lyn. It ranked #59 in the United States in 2025, given to 3,864 babies, and peaked at #58 in 2024. Common nicknames: Addie, Della, Ada.
How popular is Adeline in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Adeline mean, and where does it come from?
Adeline is the French form of Adelina, tracing back to the Germanic "adal," meaning "noble," and functioning historically as a diminutive of Adelaide. The name has long been beloved in French and English literature and song, notably in the 1903 waltz "Sweet Adeline," which cemented its romantic, old-fashioned charm. After decades of relative obscurity, Adeline surged back into fashion in the 2010s alongside other Frenchified vintage names like Josephine and Eloise. It now ranks comfortably among the more popular American girls' names.
How is Adeline used around the world?
Adeline is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 8+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Adeline?
Famous People Named Adeline
- Adeline Yen Mah — Chinese-American author
- Adeline Virginia Woolf — birth name of author Virginia Woolf
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Adeline mean?
Adeline is a girl name of French origin meaning "Noble." Adeline is the French form of Adelina, tracing back to the Germanic "adal," meaning "noble," and functioning historically as a diminutive of Adelaide. The name has long been beloved in French and English literature and song, notably in the 1903 waltz "Sweet Adeline," which cemented its romantic, old-fashioned charm.
How do you pronounce Adeline?
Adeline is pronounced AD-uh-lyn. Common variations include Adaline, Adelina, Adelaide.
Is Adeline a girl name?
Yes, Adeline is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Addie, Della, Ada, Lina.