Meaning, origin, history
Adeline is a feminine given name of French origin. It comes from the Old German elements "adal" meaning noble and "hild" meaning battle, which together form the meaning "noble battle". The name Adeline was first used in France during the Middle Ages and became popular throughout Europe during the 19th century. Today, Adeline is still widely recognized as a classic and elegant French name.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Adeline since 1880
Total births
73,177
Total since 1880
Peak year
2016
4,118 births
in 2023
3,074
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+34%
↗
vs previous 5 years