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Adelaide vs Ada

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

Adelaide Rank #271
Ada Rank #193

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adelaide or Ada more popular?

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

What do Adelaide and Ada mean?

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

Are Adelaide and Ada boy or girl names?

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

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