Adelina
Adelina is a Christian girl name of Germanic, via Latin origin, meaning “Noble”.
| Meaning | Noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic, via Latin |
| Pronunciation | ah-deh-LEE-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Italy, Romania, Spain, Albania |
Meaning and origin of Adelina
Adelina is a Latinate form of Adeline, from the Germanic element adal, 'noble', which also appears in Adelaide, Alice and Ethel. Norman settlers brought Adeline to England and Italy in the Middle Ages, and the -ina ending gives it a Southern European style. It is used in Italy, Spain, Romania and Albania. The Italian-Spanish opera singer Adelina Patti was one of the most famous sopranos of the nineteenth century.
Is Adelina a Christian name?
Adelina has no biblical background; it is a Germanic name used for centuries in Christian Europe and today chosen mostly for its sound.
How popular is Adelina?
Moderately used across Southern and Eastern Europe and increasingly noticed in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adelina mean?
Adelina means 'Noble'. It is of Germanic, via Latin origin.
Is Adelina a Christian name?
Adelina has no biblical background; it is a Germanic name used for centuries in Christian Europe and today chosen mostly for its sound.
How do you pronounce Adelina?
Adelina is pronounced ah-deh-LEE-nah.
Is Adelina a boy or girl name?
Adelina is usually a girl name.