| Meaning | noble, kind |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | A-de-lia |
About Adelia
Romance and grace intertwine in this lovely choice that whispers rather than shouts its considerable charms. The vintage appeal has been rediscovered by discerning parents who appreciate names with history and substance over trendy flash. It carries a softness that feels genuinely feminine without being saccharine or overly precious. The flowing syllables create a gentle rhythm that sounds beautiful in any context, from playgrounds to professional settings. This name ages wonderfully, working just as well for toddlers as for executives. The classic structure means no one struggles with pronunciation or spelling, yet it never feels common or overused. Parents choosing this name often value elegance and timelessness, seeking something that won't feel dated in five or fifty years. The melodic quality makes it pleasant to say repeatedly, an underrated consideration that becomes important in daily family life. It offers natural nickname possibilities while being beautiful enough to use in full form always. For families wanting something traditionally feminine with vintage appeal and lasting beauty, this name delivers quiet sophistication that never goes out of style.
Nicknames for Adelia
| Ade |
| Delia |
| Addie |
| Deli |
| Dee |
Famous People Named Adelia
| Adelia Prado | Brazilian poet |
| Adelia Davis | American biochemist |
| Adelia Earp | Wife of Old West lawman Wyatt Earp |
| Adelia Hattie Williams | American physician and suffragist |
| Adelia Clough | American journalist and author |
| Adelia Gates | American educator and historian |
| Adelia Amos | American missionary |
| Adelia G. Field Johnston | American author and educator |
| Adelia Stephens | American labor organizer |
| Adelia White | American botanist |
| Adelia C. Marley | American artist |
| Adelia Antal | Hungarian operatic soprano |
| Adelia F. Johnston | American physician and author |
| Adelia M. Fielde | American missionary and linguist |
| Adelia M. Russell | American nurse and author |
| Adelia M. Johnson | American missionary and educator |
| Adelia Curtis | American actress |
| Adelia S. Tourville | Canadian writer and educator |
| Adelia Y. E. Wright | American poet and editor |
Characters Named Adelia
| Adelia Aguilar | Protagonist in the "Mistress of the Art of Death" book series by Ariana Franklin |
| Adelia the Beautiful | Character in the fairy tale "The Juniper Tree" |
| Adelia Kreegan | Character in the "Sword of Shadows" series by J.V. Jones |
| Adelia Van Winkle | Character in the novel "Dracula the Undead" by Freda Warrington |
| Adelia Winston | Character in the "Gallows Dance" series by Kimberly L. Vogel |
| Adelia Dragonfly | Character in the "Tamora Pierce" series by Terrier |
| Adelia Montforte | Character in the "Chevalier" series by Lucy Varna |
| Adelia Reinhardt | Character in the novel "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill |
| Adelia Vane | Character in the novel "The Wicked Cometh" by Laura Carlin |
| Adelia Benoit | Character in the "Witch for Hire" series by Shyla Colt |
| Adelia Mae Darnell | Character in the "Bittersweet Hollow" series by Aaron L. Speer |
| Adelia Charday | Character in the "Order of the Lily" series by Cait Ashwood |
| Adelia Vorsoisson | Character in the "Secrets of the Eternal Rose" series by Fiona Paul |
| Adelia Guzzini | Character in the "Casanova's Homecoming" novel by Arthur Schnitzler |
| Adelia de Montforte | Character in the "de Montforte Brothers" series by Danelle Harmon |
| Adelia Cunnane | Character in the "Sheriff John Foxworth's Christmas" novella by Patricia McLinn |
| Adelia Coton | Character in the "The Plantagenet Saga" series by Jean Plaidy |
| Adelia D’Orville | Character in the "Legacy of the Stone Harp" series by Gillian Summers |
| Adelia D’Agostino | Character in the "Truly Mine" novel by Kennedy Fox |
| Adelia Breslain | Character in the "A Kind of Magic" series by Barbara Bretton |