Find out how popular the last name Adle is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Adle.

Adle, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Adle surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Adle in America

Adle is the 74141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Adle surname appeared 261 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Adle.

We can also compare 2010 data for Adle to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Adle

The surname ADLE originated in England during the late medieval period, deriving from the Old English word 'adele', meaning 'noble' or 'illustrious'. It is believed to have originated as a nickname, bestowed upon someone of noble birth or esteemed character.

The earliest recorded instances of the name ADLE can be traced back to the 13th century, appearing in various documents and manorial rolls from counties such as Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Nottinghamshire. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was William Adle, recorded in the Subsidy Rolls for Yorkshire in 1301.

In the 14th century, the surname appeared in various spellings, including Addle, Adel, and Adile, reflecting the fluid nature of surname spellings during that era. This variation in spelling was often due to regional dialects and the inconsistent use of scribes in recording names.

The ADLE surname has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure was John Adle, a prominent merchant and landowner in Lincolnshire during the 15th century. He was known for his philanthropic endeavors and his support of the local church.

Another individual of note was Sir Thomas Adle, a member of the English gentry who lived in the 16th century. He served as a member of Parliament and played a role in the religious and political upheavals of the time.

In the 17th century, the ADLE surname gained further recognition with the exploits of Captain William Adle, a renowned sea captain who sailed for the English East India Company. His voyages to the Indian subcontinent and the East Indies contributed to the expansion of English trade and exploration during that era.

The 18th century saw the rise of Samuel Adle, a prominent English mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the fields of celestial mechanics and published several influential works on astronomy.

In more recent times, the surname ADLE has been borne by individuals such as Sir Edward Adle (1848-1922), a British diplomat and statesman who served as the Ambassador to Russia and played a crucial role in shaping Anglo-Russian relations during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

While the ADLE surname may not be among the most common in England today, its rich history and associations with notable figures throughout the centuries serve as a testament to its enduring legacy and the diverse contributions of those who have borne this noble name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Adle

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Adle.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Adle was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Adle has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Adle was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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