Adelaide
Meaning: Noble kind, of noble birth
Origin: Germanic (via Italian)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Italy: #243
Total births: 2,412
History: From Germanic 'adalheidis' meaning of noble birth. Saint Adelaide was a 10th-century Holy Roman Empress venerated in Italian Catholic tradition.
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| Current rank (2024) | #150 |
| Babies named Adelaide in 2024 | 100 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 2,412 |
| Peak year | 2015 (167 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #143 |
| Years in records | 2000–2024 (24 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 3 spots |
Frequently asked about Adelaide
What does the name Adelaide mean?
Adelaide means “Noble kind, of noble birth” from Germanic (via Italian) roots.
What is the origin of the name Adelaide?
Adelaide has Germanic (via Italian) origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble kind, of noble birth”.
How popular is Adelaide in Italy?
Adelaide ranked #150 in Italy in 2024 — given to 100 babies that year.
When was Adelaide most popular?
Adelaide peaked in 2015 with 167 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Adelaide a boy or girl name?
Adelaide is predominantly a girls' name in Italy — over 90% of Adelaides in registered births are female.
How long has Adelaide been recorded in Italy?
Adelaide appears in birth records in Italy across 24 years — from 2000 through 2024.