Adel
UnisexAdel has been given to 3,002 babies in the U.S. since 1888. It peaked in 2006.
Meaning & origin
Ultimately from Proto-Germanic *aþalaz. The female name is a rare variant of Adele. The surname is borrowed from German Adel.
Origin: Germanic languages
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
3,002
Peak year
2006 (65 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1888
10-year trend
▼ -18%
Gender split
50% girls / 50% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Adel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Adel.
FAQ
How popular is the name Adel?
Adel has been given to 3,002 babies in the U.S. since 1888. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Adel peak?
Adel peaked in 2006, when 65 babies were given the name.
Is Adel a girl or boy name?
Adel is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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