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Adelita

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Pronounced ah-deh-LEE-tah /ɑ.dɛˈli.tɑ/High

Meaning: Spanish diminutive of Adela — Germanic adal, 'noble' — 'little noble one'High

In 30 seconds: A little noble one, and a revolutionary anthem: Adelita is the Spanish diminutive of Adela — 'noble'. Spirited, warm, and iconic in Mexican song.
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Origin HighGerman, Spanish
MeaningSpanish diminutive of Adela — Germanic adal, 'noble' — 'little noble one'
U.S. rank (2025)#4759 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births28 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1961
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,899

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196119242025

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

Adelita is a Spanish diminutive of Adela — from Germanic adal, 'noble' — 'little noble one'. Immortalized by the Revolutionary-era song 'La Adelita', it's a name of spirit and pride.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, little-noble at the root, and spirited.

Did you know? 'La Adelita' is one of the most famous songs of the Mexican Revolution — making this 'little noble one' a symbol of brave women (soldaderas).
Overall data confidence 82%
Behind the Name — Adela — root etymology

Variations

AdelaAdelaidaAdelina

Nicknames

LitaAdela

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If you like Adelita…

Adela— the name it diminishes
Adelina— a fellow Adel- name
Adelaida— a companion noble name
Anita— another -ita Spanish diminutive

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adelita mean?

Adelita is the Spanish diminutive of Adela, 'little noble one'.

How do you pronounce Adelita?

It's said ah-deh-LEE-tah /ɑ.dɛˈli.tɑ/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Adelita a boy or girl name?

Adelita is a girl's name.

How popular is Adelita?

Adelita is a rare name in the U.S.

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