girl name · French origin
Adele
/ ah-DEL /
Meaning
Adele means Noble (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
ah-DEL
Popularity
#751 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Adele in the US, 1880–2025
Adele first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1918, when 1,030 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 362.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Adele mean?
Adèle comes from the Germanic adal, “noble.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adele mean?
Adele means Noble. Adèle comes from the Germanic adal, “noble.”
What is the origin of the name Adele?
Adele is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Adele?
Adele is pronounced “ah-DEL.”
Is Adele a boy or a girl name?
Adele is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Adele?
In 2025, Adele ranked #751 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Adele most popular?
Adele was most popular in 1918, when about 1,030 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.