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Addelyn

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Pronounced AD-ə-lin /ˈæd.ə.lɪn/High

Meaning: NobleMedium

In 30 seconds: Addelyn is an English girl's name meaning 'noble,' part of the Adeline family of names.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningNoble
U.S. rank (2024)#1935 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births102 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,615

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201520012024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Built on the meaning 'noble,' Addelyn belongs to the cluster of names rooted in the older Adeline. Its modern -lyn ending links it to many contemporary girls' names while keeping that noble sense. Close relatives include Adeline and Adaline, the fuller traditional forms.

Variations like Adalyn, Adalynn, and Addilyn show how freely the spelling shifts while the sound holds steady. Addelyn's particular form leans into the trendy -lyn finish.

Did you know? Addelyn is a spelling variant of Adelyn, so it keeps the same core meaning of 'noble' while changing the visual style.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Addelyn — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

AdalynAdalynnAdelineAdalineAddilyn

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Adeline— The traditional fuller form behind Addelyn, sharing its 'noble' meaning.
Adalyn— A close -lyn spelling of the same name as Addelyn.
Adalynn— A double-N variation in Addelyn's name family.
Adaline— Another traditional form carrying the same noble root.
Addilyn— A near-twin spelling of Addelyn with the same sound.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Addelyn mean?

Addelyn is usually explained as meaning 'noble' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Addelyn?

It's commonly said AD-ə-lin /ˈæd.ə.lɪn/.

Is Addelyn a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Addelyn is used as a girl name.

How popular is Addelyn?

In 2024, Addelyn ranked #1935 in the U.S. for girls, with 102 births recorded.