Adeline
boy nameAdeline entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #4151 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#4151
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4260 |
| 2010s | #11440 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Adeline are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Adeline alive today was born around 1928, making them about 97 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Adeline in 2025?
- Adeline is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Adeline most popular?
- Adeline peaked in 1928, reaching #4151 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Adeline with classmates?
- Adeline will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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