Adelita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-deh-LEE-tah / æ.dəˈliː.təSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Noble; Little noble one
Historical & Cultural Background
Adelita is a diminutive form of the name Adela, which has roots in the Latin word 'adelus,' meaning noble. The name is particularly associated with Mexican culture, especially during the Mexican Revolution, where 'Adelita' referred to women who fought alongside men. The name has since become a symbol of strength and resilience in various cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
Adelita has seen a steady presence in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon compared to more popular names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adela
- Adel
- Dela
International Variants
- Adelita (Spanish)
- Adelita (Portuguese)
Famous people named Adelita
Adelita de Charro was a notable figure during the Mexican Revolution, known for her contributions as a soldier and leader.
Adelita S. Grijalva is an American politician who has served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Fictional characters named Adelita
Adelita is a character in the film 'La Adelita,' representing the spirit of women during the Mexican Revolution.
Adelita appears in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Rebellion' as a character inspired by historical figures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adelita was first seen in the United States in 1924. Adelita has ranked as high as #1100 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Arizona, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Adelita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adelita (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 23 |
| 1946 | 22 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 33 |
| 1951 | 32 |
| 1952 | 35 |
| 1953 | 26 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 30 |
| 1959 | 32 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 43 |
| 1962 | 32 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 34 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 33 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 35 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 32 |
| 1979 | 35 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 34 |