Adaline
Adaline is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble or noble nature.
Origin and history
Adaline is a variant of Adeline, which derives from the Germanic root 'adal', meaning noble. The name experienced a notable revival in the United States during the 2010s, partly influenced by popular culture and the trend toward vintage names. It remains a popular modern choice for baby girls.
Popularity in the United States
18,766 babies in the United States have been named Adaline since 1880. It ranks #1106 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #219.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11 %)
- TX (10.5 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
- OH (4.2 %)
- NC (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 180 |
| 1890-1900 | 208 |
| 1900-1910 | 234 |
| 1910-1920 | 538 |
| 1920-1930 | 538 |
| 1930-1940 | 180 |
| 1940-1950 | 101 |
| 1950-1960 | 83 |
| 1960-1970 | 86 |
| 1970-1980 | 24 |
| 1980-1990 | 58 |
| 1990-2000 | 140 |
| 2000-2010 | 613 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,722 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,061 |
Nicknames
Addie, Ada, Addy
Fun facts
- The 2015 romantic drama film 'The Age of Adaline' helped spur renewed public interest in the name.
- It shares the same ancient Germanic root 'adal' as classical names like Adele and Alice.