Declining since 2012.
Popularity of Adelee since 1914
Babies named Adelee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Adelee is a modern spelling variant of Adele, reflecting a trend toward embellished endings like 'lee'. First recorded in the U.S. in 1914, the name saw its peak usage in 2012, though it has never broken into the top 1,000 names. Its trajectory has been falling since that peak year, indicating a slow decline in favor. The name carries a gentle, feminine sound and is often chosen by parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar alternative to more common names like Adeline or Adalyn. Without top states showing strong regional preference, Adelee remains a scattered but recognizable choice.
Adelee is a modern English variant of Adele, which derives from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble'. The name Adele was common in medieval Europe and revived in the 19th century. Adelee emerges as a 20th-century spelling variant, likely influenced by the growing popularity of names ending in 'lee'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Addie, Dee, Lee
Sibling names for Adelee
Names that share Adelee's style, for a brother or sister.
