Holding steady.
Popularity of Adelard since 1884
Babies named Adelard per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Adelard's real moment was 1895.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 19 |
| 1890s | 31 |
| 1900s | 11 |
| 1910s | 175 |
| 1920s | 156 |
| 1930s | 73 |
| 1940s | 23 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Adelard is a rare Germanic name with a noble meaning, reflecting strength and bravery. It first appeared on U.S. records in 1884 and reached its peak rank in 1895, though it has since become uncommon. The name never achieved widespread popularity, as indicated by its lack of a current one-in-N statistic. Its trajectory has been stable but infrequent, and it is primarily remembered through historical figures like the 12th-century scholar Adelard of Bath. Although no top states are recorded for recent years, the name was once more common in areas with strong German heritage. For parents seeking a distinctive name with medieval resonance, Adelard offers a solid, straightforward option.
Adelard derives from the Old High German elements 'adal' (noble) and 'hart' (hardy, brave, strong). It was introduced to England by the Normans and remained in modest use through the Middle Ages, though it is now rare. The name is also associated with the medieval scholar Adelard of Bath, who translated Arabic works into Latin.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Adel, Addy, Art
Variants: Adalard, Adelardo, Adelhard
Sibling names for Adelard
Names that share Adelard's style, for a brother or sister.
