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Adelyn Girl

Popularity: #293 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationAD-uh-lin / /ˈæd.ə.lɪn/

English; German

Meaning

Noble; little noble one

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Adelyn is derived from the Old High German name "Adalheidis," which is composed of the elements "adal," meaning "noble," and "heid," meaning "kind" or "sort." This name evolved into the Latinized form "Adelheidis" before being adopted into various languages, including French as "Adele" and English as "Adeline." The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names entered the English lexicon, leading to the anglicized form "Adeline" becoming more common in the Middle Ages.

Historically, the name Adeline has been associated with several notable figures, including Saint Adeline, a 9th-century abbess in France, who contributed to the spread of Christianity in the region. The name gained further prominence through literary works, such as the 19th-century novel "Adeline Mowbray" by Amelia Opie, which explored themes of love and societal expectations. The name's variants, including Adelyn, began to emerge in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting a trend towards the creation of new names by altering existing ones.

Culturally, names derived from "Adalheidis" have often been associated with nobility and virtue, reinforcing their appeal across generations. The name Adelyn, while a more modern adaptation, retains these noble connotations. The diminutive form "Addie" has also been used historically, providing a familiar and affectionate alternative. Overall, the name Adelyn encapsulates a rich linguistic heritage and a deep-rooted cultural significance that has allowed it to endure through the centuries.

Trend Summary

Adelyn has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Adeline
  • Addilyn

International Variants

  • Adeline (French)
  • Adelina (Spanish)
  • Adelheid (German)

Famous people named Adelyn

Fictional characters named Adelyn

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Adelyn was first seen in the United States in 1899. Adelyn has ranked as high as #404 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Adelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Adelyn (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 130
14%
CA 115
13%
NY 55
6%
FL 44
5%
NC 38
4%
PA 35
4%
VA 31
3%
IL 30
3%
TN 28
3%
NJ 27
3%
OH 26
3%
WA 26
3%
WI 24
3%
GA 23
3%
AZ 23
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18995
19076
19098
19119
19128
191311
191413
191520
191624
191719
191821
191911
192014
192121
192220
192313
192411
192515
192614
192710
192813
19299
193012
19318
19328
19335
19349
193512
19387
19397
19408
19417
19427
19435
19446
19466
19486
19555
19845
19857
19868
19877
19885
19899
199042
199122
199219
199321
199418
199522
199619
199716
199833
199929
200049
200177
200278
2003127
2004137
2005176
2006245
2007335
2008527
2009778
2010835
20111,056
20121,351
20131,506
20141,674
20151,680
20161,672
20171,519
20181,384
20191,294
20201,259
20211,248
20221,102
2023974
2024974