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Adelia Girl

Popularity: #858 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationuh-DEE-lee-uh / əˈdiːliə

Latin; Hebrew

Meaning

Latin: noble; Hebrew: God is my refuge

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Adelia has its roots in the Germanic language, derived from the element "adal," which means "noble." This etymological lineage can be traced back to Old High German, where the name was often associated with nobility and high birth. The name evolved through various forms, including Adelheid, which became popular in medieval times, and eventually led to the diminutive form Adelia as it transitioned into different languages, including Latin and Old French, before entering the English lexicon. The name Adelia is often considered a variant of the more widely recognized name Adelaide, which shares the same noble connotation.

Historically, the name gained prominence in the early medieval period, particularly with the veneration of Saint Adelaide of Burgundy, who lived in the 10th century and became the Holy Roman Empress. Her legacy contributed to the name's spread across Europe, especially in regions influenced by the Holy Roman Empire. The name also appears in various historical texts and documents, reflecting its enduring presence in European culture. By the 19th century, Adelia was used in English-speaking countries, often as a reflection of the romanticized notions of nobility and virtue associated with its roots.

Culturally, Adelia carries connotations of grace and dignity, often linked to the ideals of nobility and refinement. The name has been embraced in various literary and artistic works, symbolizing strength and elegance. Its diminutive forms, such as Addie, have also been used affectionately in familial contexts, further embedding the name within cultural traditions. Overall, Adelia represents a blend of historical significance and cultural resonance, embodying the values of nobility and virtue that have persisted through the centuries.

Trend Summary

Adelia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Adelina
  • Adel
  • Della

International Variants

  • Adélia (Portuguese)
  • Adélie (French)

Famous people named Adelia

Adelia P. Ritchie is an author best known for her works in children's literature.

Fictional characters named Adelia

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Adelia was first seen in the United States in 1880. Adelia has ranked as high as #1274 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Adelia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Adelia (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 12
25%
CA 11
23%
IL 8
17%
WA 6
13%
WI 6
13%
NY 5
10%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
188018
188121
188223
188330
188437
188523
188628
188740
188842
188941
189030
189137
189239
189345
189432
189541
189635
189747
189842
189936
190050
190139
190234
190328
190437
190541
190636
190736
190835
190937
191041
191138
191251
191338
191446
191582
191681
191777
191880
191972
192094
192164
192262
192359
192471
192558
192662
192764
192859
192945
193050
193145
193238
193328
193435
193535
193640
193732
193838
193933
194034
194134
194239
194335
194439
194532
194640
194734
194827
194946
195035
195134
195227
195327
195425
195527
195620
195718
195829
195921
196019
196117
196229
196322
196422
196518
196618
196719
196815
196925
197015
197115
19729
197312
197411
197515
197621
197725
197815
197926
198013
198124
198216
198321
198422
198514
198617
198721
198812
198916
199013
199119
19929
199310
199414
199524
199626
199727
199825
199922
200028
200128
200239
200340
200442
200538
200640
200745
200850
200950
201051
201154
201284
201359
201473
201583
201692
2017112
201891
201986
202083
202173
202276
202385
202492