Addy Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationADD-ee / /ˈædi/English; German
Meaning
Noble; noble one
Historical & Cultural Background
Addy is often used as a diminutive of names like Adelaide or Addison. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend towards shorter, more casual names for girls. The name's roots can be traced back to the Germanic elements meaning 'noble'.
Trend Summary
Addy has seen a rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Addie
- Addyson
International Variants
- Adélaïde (French)
- Adelheid (German)
Famous people named Addy
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Fictional characters named Addy
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Addy was first seen in the United States in 1974. Addy has ranked as high as #1283 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Addy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Addy (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 38 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 34 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 53 |
| 2009 | 59 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 48 |
| 2014 | 50 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 54 |
| 2017 | 48 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 53 |
| 2023 | 35 |
| 2024 | 30 |