Adele vs Dorothy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adele

Girl #799 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble, nobility"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

French English German Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#799
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Del, Delly

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Adele Rank #799
Dorothy Rank #431

Dorothy is more popular, ranked #431 vs #799 for Adele.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adele ___

  • Adele Rose
  • Adele Grace
  • Adele Marie
  • Adele Louise
  • Adele Claire
  • Adele Jane

Dorothy ___

  • Dorothy Jane
  • Dorothy Rose
  • Dorothy Mae
  • Dorothy Grace
  • Dorothy Louise
  • Dorothy Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Adele

Eloise Vivienne Celine Hugo Marcel

If you choose Dorothy

Eleanor Hazel Mabel Walter Clarence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adele or Dorothy more popular?

Dorothy is more popular, ranked #431 compared to Adele at #799 in the United States.

What do Adele and Dorothy mean?

Adele means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin). Dorothy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Adele and Dorothy boy or girl names?

Adele is primarily a girl name. Dorothy is primarily a girl name.

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