Adelie: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahd-ehl-ee-eh
Origin: France
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Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: A modern name derived from Adeline, meaning "noble."

Adelie is a French name derived from the Germanic name Adelheid, meaning "noble kind." Originally, it was a short form of names like Adela, which was popularized by Saint Adela, an Austrasian princess. The name Adelie has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly in the English-speaking world, due to its elegant and timeless appeal. It is also notable for being the name of a species of penguin found in the Antarctic region, adding to its unique and fascinating identity.

Adelie Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Adelie is currently #6572 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Adelie is currently #3737 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Adelie is currently #3196 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Adelie is currently #1789 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names

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