Adelaide is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #955 in 2012 with 38 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 126 births ranking #342. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 123.5%. In 2012, approximately 1 in every 8,475 girls born was named Adelaide. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Adelaide is a grand classic meaning noble kind. It feels elegant, historic, and gently regal.
The name spread through European royal and noble history and has returned strongly with the revival of longer vintage girls' names. Its nicknames add warmth to a formal full name.