Adela
Adela is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble or of noble birth.
Origin and history
Adela is a traditional feminine name of Germanic origin meaning 'noble'. It was borne by several medieval saints and royalty, including Saint Adela of Pfalzel and Adela of Normandy. In the United States, it has been continuously used since records began in 1880, experiencing a steady presence across generations.
Popularity in the United States
14,105 babies in the United States have been named Adela since 1880. It ranks #1328 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1060.
States where it is most popular
- TX (41.6 %)
- CA (28.5 %)
- NY (5.4 %)
- NM (4.1 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 147 |
| 1890-1900 | 307 |
| 1900-1910 | 377 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,040 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,246 |
| 1930-1940 | 805 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,043 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,180 |
| 1960-1970 | 903 |
| 1970-1980 | 792 |
| 1980-1990 | 704 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,050 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,367 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,877 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,267 |
Famous people named Adela
- Adela Rogers St. Johns: Journalist, Author
- Adela Noriega: Actress
Nicknames
Addie, Dela, Dell
Fun facts
- Adela of Normandy was the daughter of William the Conqueror and the mother of King Stephen of England.
- The name derives from the Old High German element 'adal', meaning noble, which also produced names like Adele and Adelaide.