Adore

Pronunciation: [ uhd-AWR ]

Girl Name #1,650 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A word name radiating pure, beautiful love

American English French

Bold Modern Unique Whimsical Elegant

Meaning & Origin

"to love deeply, to worship"

Origin: Latin

Language: English

"to pay homage"

Origin: Old French

Language: French

Things to Know About This Name

Connotation of excessive devotion may seem over-the-top to some

The Story of Adore

Adore derives from the Latin 'adorare,' meaning 'to worship' or 'to pay homage,' itself from 'ad-' (to) and 'orare' (to pray). The word passed through Old French 'adorer' before entering English. As a given name, Adore represents the modern trend of using evocative English words as names — a practice that has flourished in the 21st century alongside names like Bliss, Lyric, and Serenity.

Adore emerged as a given name in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, part of the word-name movement that gained momentum as parents sought names with clear meaning and emotional resonance. The name received cultural attention from Adore Delano, a contestant on RuPaul's Drag Race (Season 6, 2014), which brought the name into mainstream conversation.

As a word name, Adore represents values of deep love and devotion, making it a meaningful choice for parents who want to express their feelings for their child through the name itself. It fits within a broader tradition of virtue and value names popular in English-speaking cultures.

Fun Facts

Adore Delano (born Danny Noriega) helped bring this name to mainstream attention after appearing on RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6
The word 'adore' appears in virtually every major European language with similar meaning, derived from the same Latin root

Adore in Other Languages

French Adorer

Italian Adorare

Spanish Adorar

Portuguese Adorar

Famous People Named Adore

Adore Delano

Entertainer

1989

American drag queen and singer, known from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 6

Adora Fictional

Other

Protagonist of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, a powerful warrior princess

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,650
Total SSA Count: 125
Cultural Origins: American English French
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Adora #2437

Common Nicknames

Dori Addie

Pairs Well With

Adore Grace Adore Mae Adore Rose Adore Celeste Adore Skye Adore Faith Adore Louise

Sibling Names

Bliss Serenity Joyelle Revere Honor Lyric Zara

Also a Boy Name

Adore is also used as a boy name, ranked #9872.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adore

What does the name Adore mean?

"to love deeply, to worship" (from Latin). "to pay homage" (from Old French). Adore derives from the Latin 'adorare,' meaning 'to worship' or 'to pay homage,' itself from 'ad-' (to) and 'orare' (to pray). The word passed through Old French 'adorer' before entering English. As a given name, Adore represents the modern trend of using evocative English words as names — a practice that has flourished in the 21st century alongside names like Bliss, Lyric, and Serenity.

What is the origin of the name Adore?

Adore has Latin, Old French, American, English, and French origins. In Latin, it means "to love deeply, to worship". In Old French, it means "to pay homage".

Is Adore a boy or girl name?

Adore is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1650. As a boy name, it is ranked #9872. Adore is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Adore?

Adore is pronounced uhd-AWR.

How popular is the name Adore?

Adore is currently ranked #1650 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Adore?

Common nicknames for Adore include Dori and Addie.

What are good middle names for Adore?

Popular middle name pairings include Adore Grace, Adore Mae, Adore Rose, Adore Celeste, Adore Skye, Adore Faith, and Adore Louise.

What are good sibling names for Adore?

Names that pair well with Adore as siblings include Bliss, Serenity, Joyelle, Revere, Honor, Lyric, and Zara.

How many syllables does Adore have?

Adore has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Adore a common or rare name?

Adore is an uncommon name, ranked #1650 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Adore

Adore is a girl name with American, English, and French origins . The name means "to love deeply, to worship" in Latin .

Is Adore a boy or girl name? Adore is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,650 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #9,872. Adore is more commonly used as a girl name.

Adore is currently ranked #1,650 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Adore has 2 syllables and is pronounced uhd-AWR, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Adore include Dori and Addie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Adore include Adora . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.