Adalyn Girl

Popularity: #248 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AD-uh-lin //ˈæd.ə.lɪn//

Origin: English; German

Meaning: Noble one; little noble

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Adalyn is a modern variation of the name Adeline, which has its roots in the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of the elements 'adal,' meaning 'noble,' and 'heid,' meaning 'kind' or 'type.' The name Adalheidis evolved into various forms as it spread through different cultures and languages, including the Old High German 'Adalhaid,' which later became 'Adeline' in Old French. The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names were adopted into the English lexicon, leading to the use of Adeline in medieval England.

Historically, the name Adeline was popularized by figures such as Saint Adeline, a 12th-century French saint, and it appeared in various literary works throughout the Middle Ages. The name gained further prominence through its association with nobility and aristocracy, as many bearers of the name were linked to noble families in France and England.

The name Adeline was notably included in the King James Bible translation in the early 17th century, which contributed to its recognition and use in English-speaking regions. Culturally, the name Adalyn and its variants have been associated with qualities of nobility and grace, reflecting the meanings of its Germanic roots.

The diminutive form 'Addie' has also been used historically, providing a familiar and affectionate alternative. The enduring appeal of names like Adalyn can be attributed to their rich linguistic heritage and the positive connotations associated with nobility and kindness, which have resonated through centuries of cultural history.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Adalyn, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Adalyn. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Adalyn was first seen in the United States in 1908.

Adalyn has ranked as high as #314 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, North Carolina, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Adalyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Adalyn is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Adalyn was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Adalyn.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 1,192 1,192
2024 1,414 1,414
2023 1,541 1,541
2022 1,658 1,658
2021 1,921 1,921
2020 1,934 1,934
2019 1,800 1,800
2018 1,938 1,938
2017 2,215 2,215
2016 2,192 2,192
2015 2,456 2,456
2014 2,120 2,120
2013 1,781 1,781
2012 1,609 1,609
2011 1,466 1,466
2010 1,269 1,269
2009 861 861
2008 578 578
2007 318 318
2006 177 177
2005 113 113
2004 98 98
2003 80 80
2002 40 40
2001 35 35
2000 33 33
1999 28 28
1998 14 14
1997 9 9
1996 12 12
1995 11 11
1994 6 6
1991 5 5
1988 7 7
1934 5 5
1925 8 8
1923 6 6
1922 5 5
1921 9 9
1918 8 8
1917 8 8
1916 6 6
1915 8 8
1914 9 9
1913 5 5
1908 6 6

Top States for Adalyn (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 163
12%
CA 122
9%
FL 82
6%
NC 71
5%
PA 65
5%
OH 51
4%
TN 47
3%
GA 46
3%
VA 42
3%
NY 37
3%
MI 35
3%
AZ 34
2%
IN 34
2%
MO 34
2%
AL 33
2%
SC 33
2%
WI 32
2%
MN 32
2%
KY 31
2%
IL 28
2%
AR 25
2%
NJ 25
2%
CO 23
2%
KS 23
2%
LA 21
2%
WA 19
1%
IA 19
1%
OR 19
1%
MA 17
1%
OK 17
1%
MS 15
1%
MD 14
1%
ID 13
1%
WV 13
1%
CT 11
1%
MT 10
1%
NV 10
1%
NE 9
1%
UT 8
1%
ME 7
1%
NH 7
1%
NM 6
0%