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Adell

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Pronounced uh-DEL /əˈdɛl/High

Meaning: A spelling of Adele, from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.' Adele came to English through French use and was a favorite of the Victorian era; the double-L spelling is an American variant.Medium

In 30 seconds: Short and noble: Adell is a spelling of Adele, from a Germanic root for 'noble' (said 'uh-DEL').
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Origin MediumGermanic, French
MeaningA spelling of Adele, from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.' Adele came to English through French use and was a favorite of the Victorian era; the double-L spelling is an American variant.
U.S. rank (2024)#13456 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 6,206

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192118812024

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

Adell is a spelling of Adele, from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.' The name reached English through French, flourished in the 19th century, and has come round again. The double-L ending is an American variant with a sturdy, no-frills look (said 'uh-DEL').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. today, behind Adele. Rare, vintage, and crisp.

Did you know? Adele was a Victorian favorite long before it was a chart-topping first name again — and Adell is the plain-spoken American spelling of it, with the same 'noble' root (said 'uh-DEL').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Adell — Adele spelling; Germanic adal 'noble'

Variations

AdeleAdelleAdela

Nicknames

AddieDella

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If you like Adell…

Adele— the standard spelling of the name
Adelle— a like -elle spelling variant
Della— a like vintage short name
Estelle— a like two-beat -elle classic

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adell mean?

Adell is a spelling of Adele, from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.'

How do you pronounce Adell?

It's said uh-DEL /əˈdɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Adell a boy or girl name?

Adell is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Adell?

Adell is rare in the U.S. today, while Adele is far more familiar.

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