Adele vs Miriam

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
Miriam Rank #250

Miriam is more popular, ranked #250 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

Miriam ___

  • Miriam Rose
  • Miriam Grace
  • Miriam Elizabeth
  • Miriam Ruth
  • Miriam Anne
  • Miriam Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Adele

Eloise Vivienne Celine Hugo Marcel

If you choose Miriam

Hannah Ruth Esther Naomi Aaron

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adele or Miriam more popular?

Miriam is more popular, ranked #250 compared to Adele at #799 in the United States.

What do Adele and Miriam mean?

Adele means "noble, nobility" (Germanic origin). Miriam means "wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are Adele and Miriam boy or girl names?

Adele is primarily a girl name. Miriam is primarily a girl name.

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