Ardelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ardelle originates from French and is thought to mean 'brave' or 'hardy'. Its modern form has evolved from historical variants like Ardel. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed as a unique and strong name. There is no biblical relevance associated with Ardelle.
The name Ardelle is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Ardelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Ardelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1181st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1326th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4506th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Ardelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ardelle"
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈdɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Ardelle is derived from the French name 'Ardelle', which is believed to be a feminine form of the name 'Ardel', possibly linked to 'hardy' or 'brave'.
Meaning
Brave, hardy
Language Evolution
Ardelle (modern form), Ardel (historical form)
Historical Usage
Ardelle gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique and modern feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Ardel, Della, Ardy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ardelle is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Ardelle McDonald, an accomplished author., Ardelle H. Bock, a noted artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ardelle"
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 "Ardelle"
"Ardelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1181st of 9107 | 727 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1326th of 9204 | 611 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4506th of 12526 | 145 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Ardelle" 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Ardelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
46.40% 657th/1416 |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
45.54% 704th/1546 |
80.59% 1254th/1556 |
- |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
79.12% 1762nd/2227 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ardelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ardelle" 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.