Rising since 1986, #208 for girls today.
Popularity of Adaline since 1880
Babies named Adaline per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 180 |
| 1890s | 208 |
| 1900s | 234 |
| 1910s | 538 |
| 1920s | 538 |
| 1930s | 180 |
| 1940s | 101 |
| 1950s | 83 |
| 1960s | 86 |
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 58 |
| 1990s | 140 |
| 2000s | 613 |
| 2010s | 7,722 |
| 2020s | 8,061 |
Meaning & origin
Adaline is a name that blends vintage charm with modern sensibility, ranking 208th in 2025 with about 1 in 1,112 newborn girls receiving the name. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 1986, reaching a peak in 2016. The name was first recorded in 1880, but its recent climb reflects a broader trend toward reviving 19th-century names. Top states for Adaline include Alaska, North Dakota, and Maine, suggesting a particular appeal in colder, more rural regions. While its etymology is debated, it is most commonly linked to the Germanic root 'adal' (noble), positioning it as a stylish yet grounded choice for parents seeking a name with historical weight and a soft sound.
Adaline is a variant of Adeline, itself a diminutive of names containing the Old High German element 'adal' (noble), such as Adelaide. It emerged in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, likely through the popularity of similar-sounding names like Madeline. The name saw a revival in the early 2000s, often perceived as a more ornate form of Ada.
Where Adaline is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Adaline” around the world
Where Adaline lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
New Zealand
14
babies in 2025
Quebec
54
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ada, Addie, Lina
Sibling names for Adaline
Names that share Adaline's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Adaline
Names whose popularity has moved with Adaline's over the last 50 years.
