Addalyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Addalyn is of Modern English origin, derived from the Germanic name Adelheid meaning 'noble kind'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Adelheid and Adeline. The name is currently viewed as trendy and unique, without any significant biblical references. Its popularity has surged in recent decades due to a preference for distinctive names.
The name Addalyn is most popular in Indiana, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Addalyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, falling 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, 'Addalyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3337th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1260th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Addalyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Addalyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈæd ə lɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Addalyn is a modern variation of the name Adeline, which itself is derived from the Germanic name Adelheid, meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble'.
Meaning
noble kind, noble
Language Evolution
Adelheid (Old High German), Adeline (French), Addalyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Addalyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as parents began to favor unique spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Adeline, Addilyn, Addy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Addalyn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Addalyn"
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 "Addalyn"
"Addalyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3337th of 35406 | 724 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1260th of 30306 | 2,278 |
Regional Popularity of "Addalyn" 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 "Addalyn" 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) |
38.06% 1744th/4582 |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
39.08% 2858th/7313 |
64.56% 4818th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
25.18% 1003rd/3984 |
38.62% 1733rd/4487 |
16.83% 1148th/6822 |
29.25% 1836th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Addalyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Addalyn" 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.