Adella
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- Name
- Adella
- Gender
- Girl name
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Adella is a female first name that carries meanings such as 'the Noble', 'the Aristocratic', 'the Noblewoman', or 'one of noble birth'. It is sometimes interpreted as 'one who carries noble blood'. This name is an English derivative of the names Adela or Adele.
What does the name Adella mean?
Adella is a female first name that translates to 'the Noble', 'the Aristocratic', 'the Noblewoman', or 'one of noble birth'. Occasionally, it also means 'one who carries noble blood'. The origin of the name lies in Old High German and is derived from the term adal, which can be translated as 'noble', 'aristocratic', 'the nobility', 'of noble birth', 'noble lineage', or 'noble descent'. Other variants include Adelia (Italian and Portuguese), Adelita (Spanish), as well as Adeliana, Adelajda (Polish), and many other forms such as Adelicia, Adelyta, Adelisa, Adeleyne, Adelena, and Adeline. The male equivalents are Adelino and Adelaido.
Where does the name Adella come from?
The name Adella has its roots in Old High German and means among other things 'the Aristocratic' or 'the Noble'. The word is composed of the Old High German term adal, which means 'noble', 'aristocratic', 'the nobility', 'of noble birth', 'noble lineage', or 'noble descent'. It is used in the English language.
How do you pronounce Adella?
The pronunciation of Adella is melodious and three syllables long. The name is usually pronounced as 'A-del-la' [aˈdɛla], starting with an open 'a' sound. The double 'L' connection provides a flowing sound, while the gentle '-la' at the end rounds off the name harmoniously. This gives Adella a friendly, feminine, and balanced impression – a name that radiates gentle elegance and calm presence.
When is the name day of Adella?
The name day of Adella is celebrated on January 3 and December 24.
Popularity
Adella is a common first name in Germany. In 2023, it ranked 3,880th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2014 at 2,714th place. Over the last ten years, Adella has been given as a first name around 30 times, placing it 5,157th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,475th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ella / Elli
Famous people
- Adella Huges (American musician)
- Sister of Ariel (The Little Mermaid)
Frequently asked questions about the name Adella
What does the name Adella mean?
Adella means 'the Noble', 'the Aristocratic', or 'the Noblewoman' and is derived from the Old High German word 'adal', which can be translated as 'noble' or 'aristocratic'.
Where does the name Adella come from?
The name Adella has its roots in Old High German and is found in various languages in different variants.
How popular is the name Adella?
Adella is a less common name but is gaining popularity, especially in recent years, where it is perceived as timeless and elegant.