Addy: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahddy
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A diminutive of Addison, Adeline, or Adelaide, meaning "noble."

The name Addy is a diminutive form of names like Adelaide, Adeline, and Addison. Originating from German and Hebrew, it means "noble," "ardent," and "graceful." Historically, Addy was popular from the 1840s to the 1920s but has seen a resurgence in recent years. It is also used as a surname and a gender-neutral term. The name's simplicity and versatility have contributed to its enduring popularity. Addy is significant because it symbolizes nobility and elegance, making it a timeless choice for parents.

Addy Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Addy is currently #5218 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Addy is currently #2946 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Addy is currently #2540 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Addy is currently #1410 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Addy is currently #2622 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Addy is currently #1464 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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