Adalynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adalynn is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'noble'. It has evolved through forms such as Adele and Adalyn before becoming popular in its current form. The name reflects traits of nobility and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Adalynn is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Adalynn has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Adalynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 920th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 124th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adalynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adalynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈædəlɪn/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Adalynn is derived from the Germanic elements 'adal', meaning 'noble', and the suffix '-ynn', which is a diminutive form commonly used in modern names.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adele, Adalyn, Adalynn
Historical Usage
Adalynn gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and modern feminine names, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Adalyn, Addie, Lynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Adalynn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adalynn"
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 "Adalynn"
"Adalynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 920th of 35406 | 4,298 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 124th of 30306 | 28,202 |
Regional Popularity of "Adalynn" 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 "Adalynn" by Generation for Female 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) |
13.44% 616th/4582 |
28.51% 1472nd/5164 |
11.25% 823rd/7313 |
15.14% 1130th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
2.48% 99th/3984 |
5.01% 225th/4487 |
1.52% 104th/6822 |
2.52% 158th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adalynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adalynn" 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.