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Adeleine

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How to Pronounce Adeleine

Pronounced AD-ə-line /ˈæd.ə.laɪn/High

Meaning: A spelling of Adeline — a French diminutive of Adele, from Germanic adal, 'noble'; 'of noble kind'Medium

In 30 seconds: Noble: Adeleine spells Adeline — 'of noble kind'. Lyrical, vintage, and warm.
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Origin MediumGerman, French
MeaningA spelling of Adeline — a French diminutive of Adele, from Germanic adal, 'noble'; 'of noble kind'
U.S. rank (2025)#10120 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 435
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Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201919982025

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Adeleine is a spelling of Adeline — a French diminutive of Adele, from Germanic adal, 'noble' — 'of noble kind'. A lyrical, vintage name (the -ei- styling personalizes it; nicknames Addie, Della).

It registers thinly beside Adeline. Rare in this spelling, noble at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Adeline is a French diminutive of Adele, from Germanic adal, 'noble' — Adeleine is a spelling, lyrical and vintage (said 'AD-ə-line').
Overall data confidence 60%
Behind the Name — Adeline — root etymology

Variations

AdelineAdelaideAdaline

Nicknames

Addie

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If you like Adeleine…

Adeline— the standard spelling
Adaline— a fellow spelling
Madeline— a sound-neighbor -line girls' name
Emmeline— another -line girls' name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adeleine mean?

Adeleine spells Adeline — Germanic 'noble; of noble kind'.

How do you pronounce Adeleine?

It's said AD-ə-line /ˈæd.ə.laɪn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Adeleine a boy or girl name?

Adeleine is a girl's name.

How popular is Adeleine?

Adeleine is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Adeline is more common.

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