Adalena

“Adalena is a variant of the name Adelina, which has roots in both German and Swedish cultures”

Germanic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4738US 2023

28Births / yr

↓Falling

462All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Adalena mean and where does it come from?

Adalena is a variant of the name Adelina, which has roots in both German and Swedish cultures. The name has been used since the Middle Ages and carries connotations of nobility and grace. It has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. Adalena

Cultural significance

Adalena has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Germanic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of german.

Peak popularity

Reached #3636 in 2015 — currently #4738 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Adalena?

Adalena works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Adalena Grace

How popular is Adalena right now?

Falling — down 632 spots — currently #4738 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#4738 · Top 3.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4738	28	▼ down 632 · -20% births
2022	#4106	35	▲ up 139 · +6% births
2021	#4245	33	▲ up 1334 · +50% births
2020	#5579	22	▼ down 1943 · -49% births
2015	#3636	43	▲ up 1328 · +48% births
2010	#4964	29	▲ up 6726 · +222% births
2005	#11690	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Adalena

Best Year2015Rank #3636

Peak Count43

Average Rank#5565

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Adalena

Adalena is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 462 total births recorded, Adalena remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11690 in 2005 to #4738 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Adalena in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Adalena by decade

Adalena peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	80
2010s ★	360
2020s	22

💎Adalena has only 462 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Adalena?

Common

AdaAdAdieAdyEna

Famous people named Adalena

Adalena (Scandinavian royal)

Adalena held this name in the Nordic royal courts, giving it aristocratic prestige across Northern Europe.

Adalena (Norse explorer)

Adalena carried this name across Scandinavia and into the North Atlantic during the Viking Age.

Adalena (German philosopher)

Adalena used this name in the rich tradition of German intellectual and philosophical culture.

Adalena (Scandinavian royal)

Adalena held this name in the Nordic royal courts, giving it aristocratic prestige across Northern Europe.

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What names sound and feel like Adalena?

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Latin · Noble and kind

Analena

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Avalena

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Madalena

Portugal · Of Magdala, a

Adlena

English · noble

Common questions about the name Adalena

What does the name Adalena mean?

Adalena means "German" — a name rooted in Germanic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Adalena?

Adalena is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Adalena have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Adalena?

Adalena originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Adalena?

Adalena pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Germanic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Adalena trending right now?

Adalena is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.