Adelynn

#40 in New Mexico

Meaning of Adelynn

Adelynn is a fresh‐painted twist on the medieval favorite Adeline, whose Germanic roots—adal (“noble”) and lind (“tender”)—read like a tiny crown wrapped in velvet. Picture her strolling through a sun-splashed plaza, guitar strings humming in the background, and you’ll feel the Latin sparkle that modern parents hear in those lilting double n’s. Spoken aloud—uh-DELL-in—the name rolls off the tongue like a quick “¡adelante!” to life’s grand parade, equal parts grace note and go-getter. In the United States she spent years as a hidden gem, but beginning in the early 2000s Adelynn shot up the charts, climbing from the 800s to just outside the top 300, a hummingbird gaining altitude with each newborn season. Associations of nobility, kindness, and melodic rhythm make her a natural fit for families who want classic charm kissed by contemporary flair; think heirloom lace twirling with salsa steps. Light, bright, and quietly regal, Adelynn offers parents a name that feels both time-honored and ready to write tomorrow’s story.

Pronunciation

American English

  • Pronunced as uh-DELL-in (/əˈdɛl.ɪn/)

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