Adelard Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAD-uh-lard / /ˈæd.ə.lɑrd/Germanic; Old High German
Meaning
Noble strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Adelard is derived from the Germanic elements 'adal' meaning noble and 'hard' meaning strong or brave. It was used in medieval Europe and has roots in Old High German. The name has been borne by various saints and historical figures, contributing to its presence in Christian contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adelardo
- Adelhard
International Variants
- Adelardo (Spanish)
- Adelard (French)
Famous people named Adelard
Adelard of Bath was a 12th-century philosopher and translator known for introducing Arabic science to the Latin West.
Adelard de Villeneuve was a French nobleman and military leader during the 13th century.
Fictional characters named Adelard
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adelard was first seen in the United States in 1884. Adelard has ranked as high as #836 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, Maine, and Rhode Island. In the past 5 years the name Adelard has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adelard (1938)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1895 | 16 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 18 |
| 1919 | 33 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |