Girl
Adella
noble, nobility
About Adella
Imagine a name that dances off the tongue with Victorian charm and contemporary appeal—that's Adella. This vintage gem has been waiting in the wings, ready for parents who want something classic without being commonplace. The double "l" adds visual elegance to any monogram or certificate, while the "ella" ending places it perfectly among today's trending sounds without feeling like a follower. Choose Adella for a daughter destined to stand out in class photos and corporate directories alike. It's sophisticated enough for a Supreme Court justice yet sweet enough for bedtime stories. The name promises grace, intelligence, and a touch of old-world refinement that never goes out of style.
Popularity of the Name Adella
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #309 |
| 1881 | #418 |
| 1882 | #431 |
| 1883 | #480 |
| 1884 | #520 |
| 1885 | #405 |
| 1886 | #657 |
| 1887 | #634 |
| 1888 | #572 |
| 1889 | #439 |
| 1890 | #483 |
| 1891 | #541 |
| 1892 | #540 |
| 1893 | #474 |
| 1894 | #516 |
| 1895 | #538 |
| 1896 | #754 |
| 1897 | #615 |
| 1898 | #586 |
| 1899 | #728 |
| 1900 | #611 |
| 1901 | #547 |
| 1902 | #734 |
| 1903 | #654 |
| 1904 | #700 |
| 1905 | #600 |
| 1906 | #642 |
| 1907 | #702 |
| 1908 | #557 |
| 1909 | #706 |
| 1910 | #737 |
| 1911 | #634 |
| 1912 | #596 |
| 1913 | #606 |
| 1914 | #642 |
| 1915 | #640 |
| 1916 | #606 |
| 1917 | #649 |
| 1918 | #607 |
| 1919 | #593 |
| 1920 | #599 |
| 1921 | #694 |
| 1922 | #701 |
| 1923 | #741 |
| 1924 | #685 |
| 1925 | #684 |
| 1926 | #725 |
| 1927 | #874 |
| 1928 | #794 |
| 1929 | #876 |
| 1930 | #889 |
| 1931 | #876 |
| 1932 | #856 |
| 1933 | #947 |
| 1934 | #955 |
| 1935 | #995 |
| 1936 | #921 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Adella
Names Similar to Adella
Nicknames for Adella
- Addy
- Dell
- Della
- Delly
- Ada
Famous People Named Adella
| Adella Hunt Logan | African American educator and activist |
| Adella Prentiss Hughes | American philanthropist and suffragist |
| Adella Kean | American socialite and philanthropist |
| Adella Dunbar | American author and playwright |
| Adella K. Smith | American photographer and feminist |
| Adella Brown | American jazz singer |
| Adella Ruffin | American painter and sculptor |
| Adella Wotherspoon | Canadian opera singer |
| Adella M. Parker | American botanist |
| Adella R. Borders | American professional wrestler |
| Adella Churchill | American missionary and educator |
| Adella Briscoe | American politician and activist |