Adaline Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAD-uh-lin / /ˈæd.ə.laɪn/English; French
Meaning
Noble; noble one
Historical & Cultural Background
Adaline is a variant of the name Adeline, which has roots in the Old French name Aline, derived from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning noble. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a timeless appeal.
Trend Summary
Adaline has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adeline
- Addie
International Variants
- Adelina (Spanish)
- Adelinde (Dutch)
Famous people named Adaline
Adaline K. McDonald was a notable American educator and advocate for women's rights in the early 20th century.
Adaline Virginia was an influential American artist known for her landscape paintings.
Fictional characters named Adaline
Adaline Bowman is the main character in the film 'The Age of Adaline', who remains eternally young.
Adaline is a character in the book 'The Secret of Adaline', where she embarks on a journey of self-discovery.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adaline was first seen in the United States in 1880. Adaline has ranked as high as #368 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Adaline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adaline (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 187 | |
| TX | 165 | |
| FL | 86 | |
| OH | 64 | |
| GA | 61 | |
| PA | 50 | |
| TN | 48 | |
| NC | 48 | |
| NY | 44 | |
| VA | 43 | |
| AL | 37 | |
| MO | 37 | |
| WI | 36 | |
| OK | 36 | |
| IL | 35 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 23 |
| 1881 | 18 |
| 1882 | 16 |
| 1883 | 11 |
| 1884 | 20 |
| 1885 | 19 |
| 1886 | 19 |
| 1887 | 22 |
| 1888 | 16 |
| 1889 | 16 |
| 1890 | 18 |
| 1891 | 15 |
| 1892 | 21 |
| 1893 | 30 |
| 1894 | 18 |
| 1895 | 17 |
| 1896 | 23 |
| 1897 | 19 |
| 1898 | 26 |
| 1899 | 21 |
| 1900 | 18 |
| 1901 | 25 |
| 1902 | 21 |
| 1903 | 15 |
| 1904 | 26 |
| 1905 | 26 |
| 1906 | 23 |
| 1907 | 32 |
| 1908 | 22 |
| 1909 | 26 |
| 1910 | 25 |
| 1911 | 25 |
| 1912 | 32 |
| 1913 | 36 |
| 1914 | 67 |
| 1915 | 73 |
| 1916 | 63 |
| 1917 | 66 |
| 1918 | 85 |
| 1919 | 66 |
| 1920 | 71 |
| 1921 | 67 |
| 1922 | 74 |
| 1923 | 59 |
| 1924 | 67 |
| 1925 | 54 |
| 1926 | 45 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 34 |
| 1929 | 31 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 25 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 17 |
| 1936 | 26 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 38 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 51 |
| 2005 | 57 |
| 2006 | 72 |
| 2007 | 89 |
| 2008 | 98 |
| 2009 | 105 |
| 2010 | 135 |
| 2011 | 132 |
| 2012 | 139 |
| 2013 | 152 |
| 2014 | 166 |
| 2015 | 904 |
| 2016 | 1,880 |
| 2017 | 1,676 |
| 2018 | 1,368 |
| 2019 | 1,165 |
| 2020 | 1,112 |
| 2021 | 1,103 |
| 2022 | 1,245 |
| 2023 | 1,587 |
| 2024 | 1,562 |