Adele
girl name#751 in 2025Adele entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #187 in 1914, ranks #751 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#751
rank today
#187
peak (1914)
362
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #226 |
| 1890s | #218 |
| 1900s | #233 |
| 1910s | #205 |
| 1920s | #237 |
| 1930s | #315 |
| 1940s | #379 |
| 1950s | #463 |
| 1960s | #769 |
| 1970s | #1175 |
| 1980s | #1484 |
| 1990s | #1731 |
| 2000s | #1657 |
| 2010s | #723 |
| 2020s | #799 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Adele has been most popular in NY, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Adele are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Adele alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Adele in 2025?
- Adele ranks #751 among US girl names in 2025, with 362 babies given the name.
- When was the name Adele most popular?
- Adele peaked in 1914, reaching #187 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Adele with classmates?
- Adele will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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