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Ada vs Adelaide

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ada

Girl #193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Italian Turkish Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#193
Total SSA Count
1,563
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ada Rank #193
Adelaide Rank #271

Ada is more popular, ranked #193 vs #271 for Adelaide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ada or Adelaide more popular?

Ada is more popular, ranked #193 compared to Adelaide at #271 in the United States.

What do Ada and Adelaide mean?

Ada means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin). Adelaide means "noble kind, of noble birth" (Old High German origin).

Are Ada and Adelaide boy or girl names?

Ada is primarily a girl name. Adelaide is primarily a girl name.

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