Adelaide is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #347 in 2023 with 124 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 126 births ranking #342. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 629.4%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 2,069 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.