Adele
Meaning: Noble, nobility
Origin: Germanic (via Italian)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Italy: #51
Total births: 21,623
History: From Germanic 'adal' meaning noble. Saint Adele was a 7th-century Frankish princess, and the name has been used in Italy since medieval times.
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| Current rank (2024) | #26 |
| Babies named Adele in 2024 | 1,237 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 21,623 |
| Peak year | 2016 (1,582 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #26 |
| Years in records | 1999–2024 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 2 spots |
Frequently asked about Adele
What does the name Adele mean?
Adele means “Noble, nobility” from Germanic (via Italian) roots.
What is the origin of the name Adele?
Adele has Germanic (via Italian) origin. The traditional meaning is “Noble, nobility”.
How popular is Adele in Italy?
Adele ranked #26 in Italy in 2024 — given to 1,237 babies that year.
When was Adele most popular?
Adele peaked in 2016 with 1,582 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Adele a boy or girl name?
Adele is predominantly a girls' name in Italy — over 90% of Adeles in registered births are female.
How long has Adele been recorded in Italy?
Adele appears in birth records in Italy across 26 years — from 1999 through 2024.