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Addie Girl

Popularity: #776 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationAD-ee / ˈædi

English; German

Meaning

Noble; noble kind

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Addie is derived from the Old German name Adelheid, which means "noble kind" or "noble sort." The etymology traces back to the Proto-Germanic elements adal, meaning "noble," and haida, meaning "kind" or "type." This name evolved through various forms, including the Old High German Adelheid, which was later Latinized as Adelaida. The name made its way into English through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it was adopted as Adelaide and subsequently shortened to Addie as a diminutive or affectionate form.

Historically, the name gained prominence through notable figures such as Saint Adelaide of Italy, who lived in the 10th century and was the wife of Holy Roman Emperor Otto the Great. Her canonization in the 11th century contributed to the name's spread across Europe. Additionally, the name was popularized in the English-speaking world by Queen Adelaide, the consort of King William IV of the United Kingdom, during the 19th century. The name's association with nobility and royal lineage has helped maintain its cultural significance over the centuries.

Culturally, Addie has been associated with qualities of nobility and kindness, reflecting the meanings of its roots. The name is often used as a diminutive for other names such as Adelaide or Adeline, which further emphasizes its affectionate connotation. Its historical connections to saints and royalty have contributed to its enduring resonance in various cultures, symbolizing grace and virtue.

Trend Summary

Addie has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly as a charming and vintage-inspired name.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Addy
  • Ady

International Variants

  • Adélaïde (French)
  • Adelheid (German)

Famous people named Addie

Addie Joss was a baseball player best known for his time with the Cleveland Naps and being a three-time All-Star.

Addie Bracy is a long-distance runner best known for her performances in the 10,000 meters and cross country events.

Addie McPhail is a singer-songwriter best known for her work in the folk music genre and her album 'The Road Home'.

Addie L. Smith is an author best known for her contributions to children's literature and her book 'The Adventures of Bella'.

Addie M. McKenzie is a painter best known for her landscape artworks and exhibitions in various galleries.

Fictional characters named Addie

Addie LaRue is a fictional character from the novel The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. She is a young woman who makes a Faustian bargain to live forever but is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Addie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Addie has ranked as high as #356 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Addie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Addie (2024)

StateBirthsShare
GA 11
10%
TN 11
10%
NC 11
10%
TX 10
10%
AL 8
8%
LA 8
8%
KY 7
7%
OH 6
6%
SC 6
6%
IN 6
6%
MO 6
6%
FL 5
5%
UT 5
5%
WA 5
5%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
1880274
1881287
1882341
1883362
1884356
1885406
1886417
1887393
1888455
1889448
1890468
1891467
1892493
1893416
1894481
1895471
1896485
1897461
1898481
1899412
1900541
1901399
1902469
1903441
1904432
1905465
1906447
1907471
1908445
1909453
1910495
1911497
1912578
1913605
1914708
1915808
1916823
1917836
1918881
1919846
1920904
1921836
1922856
1923756
1924763
1925760
1926654
1927703
1928591
1929583
1930510
1931458
1932446
1933414
1934422
1935396
1936341
1937424
1938388
1939333
1940349
1941339
1942321
1943288
1944283
1945278
1946266
1947283
1948277
1949282
1950245
1951243
1952202
1953207
1954189
1955168
1956179
1957172
1958146
1959157
1960125
1961104
1962107
196395
196483
196575
196660
196748
196846
196952
197052
197140
197253
197358
197483
197595
197699
1977111
197895
1979101
1980102
198184
198284
198367
198474
198576
1986105
1987101
1988113
1989111
1990111
199198
199286
1993115
1994129
1995139
1996126
1997137
1998157
1999142
2000159
2001190
2002178
2003182
2004187
2005251
2006214
2007234
2008223
2009233
2010207
2011236
2012233
2013198
2014208
2015232
2016182
2017188
2018185
2019192
2020167
2021164
2022200
2023201
2024174