Adelyn Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The “-lyn” suffix is trendy in modern names, contributing to the popularity of Adelyn alongside names like Brooklyn and Evelyn.

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A Deep Dive

Adelyn Overview

Meaning

Noble

Gender

Girl

Origin

German, French

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic elements “adal,” meaning “noble,” and “lind,” meaning “soft” or “tender.”

Pronunciation

/ˈædəlɪn/

Popularity

Adelyn is well-liked in English-speaking countries for its elegant sound. In 2023, Adelyn ranked #226 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Traditional, Vintage, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Elegant, graceful, gentle

Name Day

October 20 (Germany)
A Deep Dive

Adelyn Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Adeline, Adalyn, Adalynn, Adelina, Adelynne, Adelaine, Adaline, Adelynn

Common Nicknames

Addie, Lyn, Addy, Ada, Lynnie, Dell, Della, Adele

Diminutives

Adie, Lynn, Lynie, Ade, Ellie

Famous People

  • Adelyn Grace
    (American Actress)
  • Adelyn Kline
    (American Author)
  • Adelyn Bush
    (British Politician)
  • Adelyn May
    (Australian Singer-Songwriter)
  • Adelyn Scott
    (Canadian Olympic Athlete)
  • Adelyn Flores
    (Mexican Journalist)
  • Adelyn Lee
    (British Visual Artist)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Adelyn
    ("The Maze Runner," Film)
  • "Adelyn's Journey"
    (Novel)
  • Adelyn
    ("The Crown," TV Series)
  • "The Ballad of Adelyn"
    (Song)
  • Adelyn Winters
    ("Grey's Anatomy," TV Series)
  • "Adelyn and the Enchanted Forest"
    (Children's Book)
  • Adelyn
    ("Once Upon a Time," TV Series)

What Is the Meaning of Adelyn?

Adelyn means “noble” and “kind.” This name often reflects a person who is compassionate and considerate.

What Is the Origin of The Name Adelyn?

Adelyn is derived from the Germanic elements “adal,” meaning noble, and “lind,” meaning soft or tender. It developed as a combination or variation of names like Adeline or Madelyn.

Adelyn Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Adelyn in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#2462021#2872022#3192023
Top 3 Rankings#1942016#1962015#1982014

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Adelyn

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023319
(-32 from 2022)
972
(-130 from 2022)
0.05557
2022287
(-41 from 2021)
1102
(-144 from 2021)
0.06146
2021246
(-9 from 2020)
1246
(-13 from 2020)
0.06955
2020237
(+9 from 2019)
1259
(-35 from 2019)
0.07122
2019246
(-19 from 2018)
1294
(-89 from 2018)
0.07052
2018227
(-24 from 2017)
1383
(-136 from 2017)
0.07437
2017203
(-9 from 2016)
1519
(-153 from 2016)
0.08041
2016194
(+2 from 2015)
1672
(-8 from 2015)
0.08637
2015196
(+2 from 2014)
1680
(+6 from 2014)
0.08612
2014198
(+14 from 2013)
1674
(+168 from 2013)
0.08557
2013212
(+24 from 2012)
1506
(+155 from 2012)
0.07813
2012236
(+65 from 2011)
1351
(+295 from 2011)
0.06966
2011301
(+79 from 2010)
1056
(+221 from 2010)
0.05450
2010380
(+28 from 2009)
835
(+57 from 2009)
0.04259
2009408
(+180 from 2008)
778
(+251 from 2008)
0.03842
2008588
(+259 from 2007)
527
(+192 from 2007)
0.02530
2007847
(+198 from 2006)
335
(+90 from 2006)
0.01583
20061045
(+228 from 2005)
245
(+69 from 2005)
0.01172
20051273
(+196 from 2004)
176
(+39 from 2004)
0.00867
20041469
(+57 from 2003)
137
(+10 from 2003)
0.00679
20031526
(+616 from 2002)
127
(+49 from 2002)
0.00633
20022142
(-16 from 2001)
78
(+1 from 2001)
0.00395
20012126
(+776 from 2000)
77
(+28 from 2000)
0.00389
20002902
(+1068 from 1999)
49
(+20 from 1999)
0.00246
19993970
(-397 from 1998)
29
(-4 from 1998)
0.00149
19983573
(+2295 from 1997)
33
(+17 from 1997)
0.00170
19975868
(-803 from 1996)
16
(-3 from 1996)
0.00084
19965065
(-547 from 1995)
19
(-3 from 1995)
0.00099
19954518
(+731 from 1994)
22
(+4 from 1994)
0.00114
19945249
(-579 from 1993)
18
(-3 from 1993)
0.00092
19934670
(+380 from 1992)
21
(+2 from 1992)
0.00107
19925050
(-554 from 1991)
19
(-3 from 1991)
0.00095
19914496
(-1760 from 1990)
22
(-20 from 1990)
0.00108
19902736
(+5301 from 1989)
42
(+33 from 1989)
0.00204
19898037
(+3761 from 1988)
9
(+4 from 1988)
0.00045
198811798
(-3019 from 1987)
5
(-2 from 1987)
0.00026
19878779
(-1030 from 1986)
7
(-1 from 1986)
0.00037
19867749
(+568 from 1985)
8
(+1 from 1985)
0.00043
19858317
(+2104 from 1984)
7
(+2 from 1984)
0.00038
198410421
(-4593 from 1955)
5
No change from 1955
0.00028
19830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19790
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19780
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19770
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19760
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19750
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19740
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19730
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19720
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19710
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19700
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19690
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19680
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19660
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19650
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19630
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19555828
(-1177 from 1948)
5
(-1 from 1948)
0.00025
19540
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19484651
(-234 from 1946)
6
No change from 1946
0.00034
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19464417
(-363 from 1944)
6
No change from 1944
0.00037
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19444054
(+637 from 1943)
6
(+1 from 1943)
0.00044
19434691
(-953 from 1942)
5
(-2 from 1942)
0.00035
19423738
(-179 from 1941)
7
No change from 1941
0.00050
19413559
(-351 from 1940)
7
(-1 from 1940)
0.00056
19403208
(+221 from 1939)
8
(+1 from 1939)
0.00068
19393429
(+21 from 1938)
7
No change from 1938
0.00062
19383450
(-1011 from 1935)
7
(-5 from 1935)
0.00061
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19352439
(+484 from 1934)
12
(+3 from 1934)
0.00110
19342923
(+1295 from 1933)
9
(+4 from 1933)
0.00083
19334218
(-944 from 1932)
5
(-3 from 1932)
0.00048
19323274
(-48 from 1931)
8
No change from 1931
0.00072
19313226
(-674 from 1930)
8
(-4 from 1930)
0.00072
19302552
(+585 from 1929)
12
(+3 from 1929)
0.00103
19293137
(-640 from 1928)
9
(-4 from 1928)
0.00078
19282497
(+556 from 1927)
13
(+3 from 1927)
0.00109
19273053
(-579 from 1926)
10
(-4 from 1926)
0.00081
19262474
(-96 from 1925)
14
(-1 from 1925)
0.00114
19252378
(+595 from 1924)
15
(+4 from 1924)
0.00119
19242973
(-386 from 1923)
11
(-2 from 1923)
0.00085
19232587
(-630 from 1922)
13
(-7 from 1922)
0.00104
19221957
(-30 from 1921)
20
(-1 from 1921)
0.00160
19211927
(+536 from 1920)
21
(+7 from 1920)
0.00164
19202463
(+350 from 1919)
14
(+3 from 1919)
0.00113
19192813
(-1008 from 1918)
11
(-10 from 1918)
0.00094
19181805
(+42 from 1917)
21
(+2 from 1917)
0.00175
19171847
(-314 from 1916)
19
(-5 from 1916)
0.00169
19161533
(+139 from 1915)
24
(+4 from 1915)
0.00221
19151672
(+224 from 1914)
20
(+7 from 1914)
0.00195
19141896
(-13 from 1913)
13
(+2 from 1913)
0.00163
19131883
(+261 from 1912)
11
(+3 from 1912)
0.00168
19122144
(-488 from 1911)
8
(-1 from 1911)
0.00136
19111656
(-49 from 1909)
9
(+1 from 1909)
0.00204
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19091607
(+214 from 1907)
8
(+2 from 1907)
0.00217
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19071821
(-225 from 1899)
6
(+1 from 1899)
0.00178
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18991596
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00202
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Adelyn

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1682021#1922022#2382023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2392021#2212022#4002023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#2462021#2292022#2142023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2802021#3152022#2872023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1972021#2562022#2752023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3352021#3822022#4472023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#3332021#3282022#3942023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1972021#3292022#2472023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3002021#2812022#3042023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2652021#2112022#5622023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3682021#3712022#4072023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2542021#2552022#2332023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2142021#3142022#3652023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3082021#3622022#3002023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1852021#2602022#3392023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#3172021#1882022#3462023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1892021#3152022#3712023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1892021#2412022#2712023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2012021#4242022#2162023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#3722021#3132022#3202023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2122021#3012022#2142023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2462021#6382022#1942023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2172021#3142022#3142023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2792021#4532022#4612023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2962021#2302022#2092023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3632021#3182022#3012023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#3432021#3082022#3822023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2142021#3952022#3532023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2752021#2792022#5442023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2812021#3592022#7682023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#3852021#3812022#3752023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3562021#2422022#4032023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1932021#3262022#4822023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1132021#1722022#2342023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#4082020#5402021#4012023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2902020#5472021#4282022

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2762021#3732022#3232023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2412019#2032020#3212022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3212020#1962021#3152023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1162019#1972020#2002022

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1492021#2152022#1242023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1822016#1852017#1122018

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2142019#1282020#2012021

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1252015#1442018#1242023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1882017#1202020#1332023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2132015#1312016#1432017

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#932012#1022014#842019

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2252015#1702017

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1442022#1352023

Popularity Rankings for Adelyn in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#2262019

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#3242021#3032022#2262023

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#2972022

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3612021

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#7242015

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#8342020#7642021

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#9742020

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Adelyn a Name for Boys or Girls?

Adelyn is generally considered a girl’s name due to its delicate and refined sound. The name’s historical and linguistic background further supports its feminine use.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Adelyn

Adelyn in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Adelyn Grace (Actress, born 1990): An American actress who has appeared in numerous television shows and films.
  • Adelyn Kline (Author, 1925–2015): An American author known for her popular mystery novels and short stories.
  • Adelyn Bush (Politician, 1940–2008): A British politician who served in various government positions during her career.
  • Adelyn May (Musician, born 1985): An Australian singer-songwriter with several acclaimed albums.
  • Adelyn Scott (Athlete, born 1975): A Canadian Olympic athlete who competed in track and field events.
  • Adelyn Flores (Journalist, born 1980): A Mexican journalist who has reported for major international news outlets.
  • Adelyn Lee (Artist, born 1960): A renowned British visual artist celebrated for her contemporary art installations.
  • Adelyn ("The Maze Runner," 2014 Film): A character who helps the main protagonist navigate the maze.
  • "Adelyn's Journey" (2017 Novel): Follows a young girl named Adelyn on her quest to find her missing brother.
  • Adelyn ("The Crown," 2016 TV Series): A minor character in the royal court who influences the queen.
  • "The Ballad of Adelyn" (2019 Song): A haunting melody about love and loss.
  • Adelyn Winters ("Grey's Anatomy," 2005 TV Series): A brilliant surgeon who joins the hospital's staff.
  • "Adelyn and the Enchanted Forest" (2018 Children's Book): Chronicles the magical adventures of a girl named Adelyn.
  • Adelyn ("Once Upon a Time," 2011 TV Series): A fairy tale character with a mysterious past.
  • Adelyn Park (Houston, Texas, USA): A community park in Houston offering green spaces, playgrounds, and walking trails.
  • Adelyn Lake (Minnesota, USA): A small lake in Minnesota known for its fishing and boating opportunities.
  • Adelyn Garden (Wellington, New Zealand): A botanical garden in Wellington featuring native and exotic plants.
  • Adelyn Beach (California, USA): A serene beach along the Pacific Coast offering beautiful views and recreational activities.
  • Adelyn Hills (Kent, England): A hilly region in Kent, famous for its picturesque landscapes and hiking trails.
  • Adelyn Square (Sydney, Australia): A bustling public square in Sydney surrounded by shops and restaurants.

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