Addelyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Addelyn is a modern name that originated as a variation of Adeline, which is derived from the French name 'Adèle'. The name means 'noble' and has evolved through various historical forms. It gained popularity in the early 21st century as parents sought unique names for their children. While it has no biblical relevance, it is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Addelyn is most popular in Utah, 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, Addelyn has been falling 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, 'Addelyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3247th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1444th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Addelyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Addelyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈæd.ə.lɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Addelyn is a modern invented name, which is a variation of the name Adeline, derived from the French name 'Adèle'.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adeline, Adele, Adelheid, Adelina
Historical Usage
Addelyn gained popularity in the early 21st century as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Adeline, Adele, Addy
Modern Popularity & Image
Addelyn is perceived as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Addelyn"
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 "Addelyn"
"Addelyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3247th of 35406 | 756 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1444th of 30306 | 1,859 |
Regional Popularity of "Addelyn" 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 "Addelyn" 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) |
36.58% 1676th/4582 |
81.41% 4204th/5164 |
47.23% 3454th/7313 |
49.36% 3684th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.24% 1125th/3984 |
48.43% 2173rd/4487 |
23.23% 1585th/6822 |
25.76% 1617th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Addelyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Addelyn" 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.