Declining since 2019, #10,107 for girls today.
Popularity of Adeleine since 1998
Babies named Adeleine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 81 |
| 2010s | 235 |
| 2020s | 124 |
Meaning & origin
Adeleine is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1998, making it a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. It reached its peak popularity in 2020, when it ranked highest among American girls. Since 2019, its usage has been declining, reflecting a broader trend away from ornate -ine endings. With a 1-in-178,585 frequency in 2025, Adeleine remains a rare but recognized choice. Its appeal lies in its delicate sound and connection to the classic Adele, though its lack of top state concentrations suggests it has not yet achieved regional strongholds.
Adeleine is a modern coinage formed by adding the French feminine suffix -ine to the name Adele. Adele itself comes from the Germanic root adal, 'noble', and was popularized in England by the Norman Conquest. The elaborated form Adeleine emerged in the late 20th century, following the fashion for ornate, feminine variants of classic names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Addie, Lena, Della
Sibling names for Adeleine
Names that share Adeleine's style, for a brother or sister.
