Addelynn
A feminine name of Old English origin meaning "noble" or "good path".
Name Census estimates that about 842 living Americans carry the first name Addelynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Addelynn today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Addelynn births was 2016 (84 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Addelynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
842
~ 1 in 407,072 Americans
Peak year
2016
84 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,910
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Addelynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Addelynn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 595 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Addelynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Addelynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Addelynns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 13 states and territories. Ohio, Texas, Michigan recorded the most babies named Addelynn, while Wisconsin, North Carolina, Kentucky recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 15 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Addelynn
The given name Addelynn is a modern invention, believed to be inspired by the Old English name Adeline, which itself is a combination of the Germanic elements "adal" meaning "noble" and "lind" meaning "serpent" or "tender." The earliest recorded usage of the name Adeline dates back to the 9th century, appearing in various medieval records across parts of Europe.
While the name Adeline has a long history, the variant spelling Addelynn is a relatively recent development, likely emerging in the late 20th or early 21st century as a creative twist on the traditional form. This new spelling adds an extra "d" and replaces the "i" with "y," giving the name a more modern and unique aesthetic.
Despite its recent origins, the name Addelynn has already been embraced by a handful of notable individuals throughout history. One of the earliest recorded bearers of this particular spelling was Addelynn Cartwright, a British author born in 1972, known for her historical romance novels set in the Regency era.
Another notable figure with this name was Addelynn Sinclair, an American artist born in 1985, whose abstract expressionist works have been featured in galleries across the United States and Europe. Her bold use of color and unconventional techniques have earned her critical acclaim in the contemporary art world.
In the field of science, Addelynn Morrow (1962-2017) was a pioneering biochemist who made significant contributions to the study of protein folding and its implications for neurodegenerative diseases. Her groundbreaking research at prestigious universities such as Harvard and Stanford earned her numerous awards and accolades throughout her career.
On the international stage, Addelynn Khademi (born 1978) is a Iranian-American diplomat and human rights activist who has worked tirelessly to promote women's empowerment and social justice initiatives across the Middle East. Her influential speeches and advocacy efforts have brought global attention to these important issues.
Lastly, Addelynn Flores (1990-2022) was a celebrated Mexican-American chef and restaurateur who gained widespread recognition for her innovative fusion cuisine, blending traditional Mexican flavors with modern culinary techniques. Her successful chain of restaurants in major cities across North America earned her numerous accolades, including a coveted Michelin star in 2018.
While the name Addelynn may be a recent addition to the world of given names, its unique sound and blend of historical influences have already captured the imaginations of parents and individuals alike, paving the way for a growing legacy in the years to come.
People
Addelynn + last name combinations
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Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Addelynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Addelynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 842 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Addelynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 407,072 US residents.
Is Addelynn a common name?
We classify Addelynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 848 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Addelynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Addelynn was 2016, when 84 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Addelynn is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Addelynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Addelynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.