Adele
Adele is a Christian girl name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Noble”.
| Meaning | Noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | uh-DEL |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, France, United States |
Meaning and origin of Adele
Adele comes from the Germanic element adal, 'noble', through the French Adèle. Saint Adela, a seventh-century Frankish abbess, helped spread the name; William the Conqueror's daughter Adela of Normandy was the mother of King Stephen. Today the name is strongly associated with the British singer Adele Adkins. The French spelling Adèle and the longer Adeline are both close relatives.
Is Adele a Christian name?
Adele has a Christian background through Saint Adela and medieval noblewomen, though today it is used broadly without religious meaning.
How popular is Adele?
A classic name with steady use in English- and French-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Adele
- Adele name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Adele baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Adele
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adele mean?
Adele means 'Noble'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Is Adele a Christian name?
Adele has a Christian background through Saint Adela and medieval noblewomen, though today it is used broadly without religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Adele?
Adele is pronounced uh-DEL.
Is Adele a boy or girl name?
Adele is usually a girl name.