Adelene is a unique and elegant female given name of French origin. It is derived from the French word "adelin," which means "noble" or "noble kind." The name Adelene has been used for centuries in France, but it remains relatively uncommon compared to other names with similar meanings such as Adeline or Adele.
The history of the name Adelene can be traced back to medieval France, where it was often used as a diminutive form of names like Adelaide or Adalheidis. These names were popular among French nobility due to their connection with German royalty, specifically Empress Adelaide of Italy (931-999). However, unlike its counterparts, Adelene never gained widespread popularity and remained mostly confined within aristocratic circles.
Despite its rarity, there are some notable figures who bear the name Adelene. One such figure is Adelene von Volderstorff, a German noblewoman born in the late 13th century. She was known for her beauty and intelligence and became an important figure at the court of King Albert I of Germany.
In literature, Adelene appears as a character in several works, most notably in "The Hound of the Baskervilles" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Although not a major character, she plays a small but significant role in the story.
Today, Adelene continues to be an uncommon yet intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their daughter. Its elegant sound and noble meaning make it appealing to those who wish to give their child a unique identity while honoring traditions of the past.
The statistics provided show the annual number of births given the name Adelene in the United States from 1889 to 2023. Over this period, there have been a total of 1,229 babies named Adelene born in the U.S.
The highest number of births for any single year was 37 in 1919. This peak could be due to various factors such as trends in naming, popularity of certain names within specific communities or regions, or even coincidental clustering of births among families who chose this name during that particular year.
There are several years with no recorded births named Adelene, such as from 1890 to 1892 and again from 1943 to 1957. This could be due to the name falling out of favor or being less popular during those periods, or it might simply reflect the limitations of record-keeping or reporting in those years.
The most recent data shows that Adelene has been regaining popularity in recent years, with more than 10 births each year from 2011 to 2023. The highest recent peak was in 2022 with 27 births, indicating a current trend towards using this name again.
Overall, these statistics provide insight into the fluctuations and trends of the name Adelene's popularity over more than a century in the United States.