Adlee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Adlee has its roots in Old English, combining elements that signify 'noble' and 'meadow'. It has evolved through the historical form Æðelīc to its modern variant. Adlee is associated with traits of nobility and nature, and it does not have a biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the late 19th century and is seen today as unique and pleasant.
The name Adlee is most popular in Arkansas, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adlee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Adlee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4839th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8070th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adlee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adlee"
Pronunciation
/ˈæd.li/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Adlee derives from the Old English elements 'æþel' meaning 'noble' and 'leah' meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'.
Meaning
noble meadow
Language Evolution
Æðelīc (Old English), Adlee (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Adlee gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Adley, Adleigh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Adlee is viewed as a unique and modern name with a gentle and pleasant connotation.
Famous People
Adlee Stevenson (American politician), Adlee McRae (professional athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adlee"
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 "Adlee"
"Adlee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4839th of 9107 | 57 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8070th of 35406 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2476th of 30306 | 878 |
Regional Popularity of "Adlee" 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 "Adlee" 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) |
- | - |
63.71% 4659th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.74% 2141st/3984 |
70.69% 3172nd/4487 |
34.83% 2376th/6822 |
77.15% 4842nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adlee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adlee" 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.