MallowbyNames

Adelaido

ah-day-LYE-doh · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Adelaido from Germanic roots meaning 'noble'.

Peak popularity
1919
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Adelaido since 1917

Babies named Adelaido per year in U.S. Social Security records.

369192019602000Most births 1919Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s19
1920s54
1930s40
1940s26
1950s25
1960s21
1970s0
1980s12
1990s22
2000s7
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Adelaido is a rare masculine given name with Spanish and Italian origins, possibly linked to Germanic roots meaning 'noble.' The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, with its peak usage in 1919. It has remained extremely uncommon since then, never reentering the top rankings. The trajectory is stable, indicating minimal fluctuation in its sporadic use. Adelaido did not appear among the top states, suggesting it has no regional concentration. Its rarity gives it a distinctive charm, though it may be unfamiliar to many.

Adelaido is a Spanish and Italian given name, possibly derived from the Germanic name Adalheid, which combines 'adal' (noble) and 'heid' (kind, type). The name may also be a variant of Adelardo or Adelaido, with the same noble connotations. Its usage has been recorded in Spanish-speaking and Italian-speaking regions, though it remains relatively rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Adel, Lalo, Ade

Variants: Adelardo, Adelaido

Sibling names for Adelaido

Names that share Adelaido's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Adelaido mean?
The meaning of Adelaido is uncertain, but it is thought to be a variant of names derived from Germanic roots meaning 'noble'.
How popular is the name Adelaido?
Adelaido is very rare. In the U.S. Social Security data, its highest ranking occurred in 1919, and it has not ranked in the top 1000 in recent decades.
Is Adelaido a boy's name or a girl's name?
Adelaido is traditionally a masculine name.