Holding steady.
Popularity of Adelfa since 1916
Babies named Adelfa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 17 |
| 1920s | 97 |
| 1930s | 70 |
| 1940s | 89 |
| 1950s | 43 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Adelfa is a name of Greek origin meaning laurel. While it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the United States, it saw its peak usage in 1945. The name has remained stable in usage since then, with occasional births recorded. No top states have been associated with Adelfa in recent years, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. Its connection to the laurel plant gives it a natural, botanical feel without being overly common.
Adelfa originates from the Greek word 'daphne', meaning laurel. It is a feminine variant of Adelfo, which itself derives from the Greek 'adelphos' (brother), but through the laurel association, it carries connotations of triumph. The name saw modest use in the early 20th century, particularly in the 1940s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Adel, Delfa
Variants: Adelpha, Adelfia
Sibling names for Adelfa
Names that share Adelfa's style, for a brother or sister.
