| Meaning | noble, nobility |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | A-de-la |
Adela is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls that carries an air of grace and nobility. With Germanic origins, Adela is a name that has been cherished throughout history for its elegant meaning, "noble" or "noble kind."
This classic name has various variations such as Adele, Adelia, and Adelaide, all of which evoke sophistication and strength. Its similarity to names like Amelia and Isabella places it among the ranks of beloved and popular choices for parents seeking a name that exudes charm and refinement.
Famous female figures who have borne the name Adela have left their mark on various fields, from acting and journalism to poetry and activism. Moreover, Adela's presence in literature and entertainment through fictional characters showcases its enduring appeal.
For parents looking for a name that transcends trends and fads, Adela is an excellent choice, reflecting a timeless elegance that will accompany their daughter throughout her life's journey. A name with such a rich history and deep significance is sure to bestow grace and dignity upon any child fortunate enough to carry it.
| Adele |
| Adelaide |
| Adelina |
| Adelais |
| Adelyn |
| Adalyn |
| Adalynn |
| Adeline |
| Adriana |
| Adrianna |
| Aubrey |
| Audrey |
| Addie |
| Della |
| Del |
| Delly |
| Dee |
| Adela Noriega | Mexican actress |
| Adela Popescu | Romanian singer and TV host |
| Adela Micha | Mexican journalist and TV host |
| Adela Pankhurst | Australian suffragette and socialist |
| Adela Zamudio | Bolivian poet and feminist |
| Adela Collins | American biblical scholar |
| Adela Rogers St. Johns | American journalist and writer |
| Adela Basch | Argentine writer and playwright |
| Adela Secall | Chilean actress |
| Adela Cathcart | British author and poet |
| Adela Breton | English artist and archaeologist |
| Adela Maddison | English composer and pianist |
| Adela Verne | English pianist and composer |
| Adela de la Torre | American academic and university administrator |
| Adela Holmes Gutiérrez | Chilean pianist and composer |
| Adela Fargas | Spanish fencer and Olympic medalist |
| Adela Vorlová | Czechoslovakian figure skater |
| Adela Hanzlová | Czech poet and translator |
| Adela Greceanu | Romanian writer and journalist |
| Adela Quested | Character in E.M. Forster's novel "A Passage to India" |
| Adela Bradley | Character in the detective stories by Gladys Mitchell |
| Adela León | Character in the TV series "The Night Manager" |
| Adela Cornaro | Character in the manga and anime "Trinity Blood" |
| Adela de Montgarde | Character in the novel "Harold the Dauntless" by Sir Walter Scott |
| Adela Lynch | Character in the TV series "Striking Out" |
| Adela Pankhurst | Character in the film "Iron Jawed Angels" |
| Adela Rogers | Character in the novel "The Hollywood Agents" by Redfern Jon Barrett |
| Adela Van Hoosen | Character in the novel "The Ghost Belonged to Me" by Richard Peck |