Adela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adela originates from Old German, meaning 'noble.' It evolved through forms such as Adalheidis and Adelaide before becoming Adela. The name embodies traits of nobility and grace, with no biblical relevance. It gained prominence in the Middle Ages and has recently experienced renewed popularity.
The name Adela is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West 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, Adela has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Adela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 614th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 775th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 937th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1381st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1681st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1494th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1194th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adela"
Pronunciation
/əˈdeɪlə/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Adela is derived from the Old German word 'adal,' meaning 'noble.' It was often used in the context of nobility and aristocracy.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adalheidis, Adelaide, Adela
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in France and England, due to the influence of noble families and the spread of the name through royal connections.
Variants & Derivatives
Adelaide, Adelina, Adele
Modern Popularity & Image
Adela is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and nobility. It has seen a resurgence in popularity in modern times, particularly among parents seeking vintage or traditional names.
Famous People
Adela Rogers St. Johns, Adelaida de la Cruz, Princess Adela of France
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adela"
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 "Adela"
"Adela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 614th of 9107 | 2,410 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 775th of 9204 | 1,569 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 937th of 12526 | 2,201 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1381st of 19264 | 1,244 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1681st of 27321 | 1,306 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1494th of 35406 | 2,228 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1194th of 30306 | 2,452 |
Regional Popularity of "Adela" 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 "Adela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
57.56% 815th/1416 |
42.93% 592nd/1379 |
23.63% 559th/2366 |
24.43% 279th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
72.88% 1134th/1556 |
24.73% 582nd/2353 |
25.99% 402nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
70.81% 1577th/2227 |
53.00% 1288th/2430 |
22.75% 649th/2853 |
22.49% 624th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
61.18% 1797th/2937 |
54.67% 1904th/3483 |
29.62% 1042nd/3518 |
20.67% 836th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
73.89% 2723rd/3685 |
50.35% 2253rd/4475 |
27.49% 1428th/5194 |
16.46% 1040th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.54% 1720th/4582 |
35.40% 1828th/5164 |
21.92% 1603rd/7313 |
15.91% 1187th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.66% 1301st/3984 |
33.43% 1500th/4487 |
19.29% 1316th/6822 |
14.80% 929th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adela" 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.