Rising since 1997, #4,460 for girls today.
Popularity of Addeline since 1921
Babies named Addeline per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 89 |
| 2010s | 301 |
| 2020s | 165 |
Meaning & origin
Addeline is a modern respelling of Adeline, reflecting a broader trend toward distinctively spelled names. First recorded in the U.S. in 1921, the name saw little use for decades but began a steady rise beginning in 1997, eventually reaching its peak rank of 4,460 in 2016. In 2025, roughly 1 in 51,847 girls received the name, indicating its enduring but niche appeal. The name has not been concentrated in any particular states. Its sound and form fit well alongside other vintage-revival names like Eleanor and Hazel for sisters, or Theodore and Jasper for brothers.
Addeline is a modern respelling of Adeline, itself a diminutive of Adele, which derives from the Germanic element 'adal' (noble). The name Adeline gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century, and variants like Addeline emerged in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as parents sought distinctive spellings. The specific spelling Addeline has been recorded in the United States since 1921, but saw a notable rise from the late 1990s onward.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Addie, Addy, Dell, Lina
Sibling names for Addeline
Names that share Addeline's style, for a brother or sister.
