Adell
Adell is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble or nobility.
Origin and history
Adell is a variant of Adel or Adele, derived from Germanic roots meaning noble. While historically used as a masculine name in the early 20th century in the United States, it has become rare in recent decades. Today it is perceived as an vintage, understated traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
1,049 babies in the United States have been named Adell since 1880. It ranks #3636 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- MS (36 %)
- TX (21.3 %)
- AR (16 %)
- GA (14.7 %)
- LA (12 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 135 |
| 1920-1930 | 227 |
| 1930-1940 | 182 |
| 1940-1950 | 189 |
| 1950-1960 | 138 |
| 1960-1970 | 77 |
| 1970-1980 | 40 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 31 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Although more commonly associated with female names like Adele, Adell saw regular usage for boys in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the U.S.
- The name traces back to the Germanic root 'adal', which signifies nobility or high birth.