Adelaide
girl name#289 in 2025Adelaide entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #179 in 1883, ranks #289 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#289
rank today
#179
peak (1883)
1,062
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #198 |
| 1890s | #233 |
| 1900s | #264 |
| 1910s | #269 |
| 1920s | #374 |
| 1930s | #593 |
| 1940s | #874 |
| 1950s | #1462 |
| 1960s | #2580 |
| 1970s | #3993 |
| 1980s | #3225 |
| 1990s | #2080 |
| 2000s | #978 |
| 2010s | #323 |
| 2020s | #277 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Adelaide has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 22,500 people named Adelaide are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Adelaide alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Adelaide in 2025?
- Adelaide ranks #289 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,062 babies given the name.
- When was the name Adelaide most popular?
- Adelaide peaked in 1883, reaching #179 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Adelaide with classmates?
- Adelaide will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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