Adelaide

Adelaide (ad-uh-layd) is a feminine name used in the English, Italian, and Portuguese languages. Adelaide is derived from the same French name which is derived from the German name Adalheidis which is derived from German elements meaning "noble" and "kind, sort, type".

Adelaide became popular in Britain during the 19th century due to the popularity of the wife of King William IV.

Diminutives: Ada, Addy, Addie, Della