Adeline
Adeline is a Christian girl name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Noble”.
| Meaning | Noble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | AD-uh-line |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, France, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Adeline
Adeline is a French and English form of the medieval name Adelina, a diminutive of names beginning with the Germanic adal, 'noble', such as Adela and Adelaide. It came to England with the Normans in the eleventh century and became popular again in the nineteenth. The song 'Sweet Adeline' made it familiar in America, and it has seen a strong revival in recent years.
Is Adeline a Christian name?
Adeline is a European name without a specific religious background, though it has long been used in Christian families.
How popular is Adeline?
Popular in the US and growing in Britain.
Gifts with the name Adeline
- Adeline name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Adeline baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Adeline
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adeline mean?
Adeline means 'Noble'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Is Adeline a Christian name?
Adeline is a European name without a specific religious background, though it has long been used in Christian families.
How do you pronounce Adeline?
Adeline is pronounced AD-uh-line.
Is Adeline a boy or girl name?
Adeline is usually a girl name.