Adalia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adalia is a name of Hebrew origin that means 'God is my witness'. It evolved from the Hebrew name 'Adaliah' and has roots in biblical texts. The name is associated with traits of faith and uniqueness. While it has a biblical relevance, its contemporary usage is growing, making it a charming choice for modern parents.
The name Adalia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adalia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adalia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7365th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7452nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6119th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9136th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7894th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2980th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1961st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adalia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adalia"
Pronunciation
/əˈdeɪliə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Adalia is derived from the Hebrew name 'Adaliah', which means 'God is my witness'. It is composed of the elements 'El', meaning God, and 'Dalia', which can mean 'to draw water' or 'branch'.
Meaning
God is my witness
Language Evolution
Adaliah (Hebrew), Adalia (modern English)
Biblical Background
The name Adalia appears in the Hebrew Bible as one of the descendants of King David.
Historical Usage
Adalia gained popularity in the modern era, particularly in the English-speaking world, as a feminine name linked to its biblical roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Adaliah, Dahlia, Addie
Modern Popularity & Image
Adalia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, gaining some traction in contemporary naming trends, especially among parents seeking distinctive biblical names.
Famous People
Adalia H. B. R. B. H. D. H.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adalia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adalia"
"Adalia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7365th of 9107 | 14 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 7452nd of 9204 | 14 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6119th of 12526 | 72 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9136th of 19264 | 57 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7894th of 27321 | 142 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2980th of 35406 | 852 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1961st of 30306 | 1,222 |
Regional Popularity of "Adalia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Adalia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
83.42% 2380th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
75.62% 3465th/4582 |
60.19% 3108th/5164 |
41.99% 3071st/7313 |
38.83% 2898th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.38% 2087th/3984 |
44.15% 1981st/4487 |
29.10% 1985th/6822 |
32.12% 2016th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adalia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adalia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.