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Adelline

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Pronounced AD-uh-line /ˈæd.ə.laɪn/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Adeline, the French diminutive of Adele, itself from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.' Adeline has swung in and out of fashion since the Middle Ages and is a favorite again today.Low

In 30 seconds: A vintage favorite, respelled: Adelline is Adeline, 'little noble one' (said 'AD-uh-line').
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Origin MediumFrench, Germanic
MeaningA spelling of Adeline, the French diminutive of Adele, itself from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.' Adeline has swung in and out of fashion since the Middle Ages and is a favorite again today.
U.S. rank (2024)#13457 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2015
Total births (all-time)≈ 24

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201520152024

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

Adelline is a spelling of Adeline, the French diminutive of Adele, built on the Germanic element adal, 'noble.' Adeline travelled with the Normans into England, waned, and returned with the great vintage revival of recent decades. This spelling doubles the L for a fuller look (said 'AD-uh-line').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., far behind Adeline. Rare, sweet, and vintage.

Did you know? Adeline is the French 'little Adele' — a diminutive that outgrew its parent name. This double-L spelling is a modern take on it (said 'AD-uh-line').
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Adelline — Adeline spelling; French diminutive of Adele

Variations

AdelineAdalineAdelyn

Nicknames

AddieLina

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If you like Adelline…

Adeline— the standard spelling of the name
Adaline— a like -line spelling variant
Emmeline— a like vintage -line classic
Evangeline— a like flowing -line favorite

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Adelline mean?

Adelline is a spelling of Adeline, a French diminutive of Adele, from the Germanic element adal, 'noble.'

How do you pronounce Adelline?

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

Is Adelline a boy or girl name?

Adelline is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Adelline?

Adelline is very rare in the U.S., while Adeline is widely loved.

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