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Adalynn

Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Adalynn: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2021.

Adalynn is a modern elaboration of Adeline, itself a diminutive of Adele, which traces back to the Germanic name Adelheid, meaning "noble" or "of noble birth." This graceful name has risen in popularity across English-speaking countries in recent decades, though it carries no prominent historical bearers. A notable exception is Adalynn Bowers, a young American actress known for her roles in family films. The name shares its root with Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, named after Queen Adelaide, wife of King William IV. Adalynn’s appeal lies in its soft, melodic cadence, and it often appears alongside variants like Adalyn and Adelyn, making it a favourite for parents seeking a familiar yet distinctive choice.

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20214 babies
Latest (2024)
#7903 babies
Total births
7since 2021
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2021 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).