Adelaide is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #289 in 2025 with 1,062 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 1,240 births ranking #255. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,211.1%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,513 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.