Origin of the name Adelaide

The female name Adelaide is the French version (Adélaïde) of the famous ancient Germanic name Adelheid (Adalheid, Adelheid, Adelheidis). There are two roots in this complex name. The first root is adal, which translates as “noble” or “noble.” The second root heid means “species”, “kind” or “image”. Thus, the name Adelheid, and therefore the name Adelaide, translated from ancient German means “nobility”, “noble in appearance” or “noble in origin”. The shortened form of this name is the name Ida.

Adelaide’s name day according to the Catholic calendar can be celebrated on February 5 and December 16. But in the Orthodox calendar there is no such name. The name Adelaide is one of the rather rare female names, usually found in European countries.

Meaning and characteristics of the name Adelaide

A woman named Adelaide is distinguished by her developed intellect and lively mind, rich imagination, curiosity and inquisitiveness. She has a very good memory and instant reaction, allowing her to quickly navigate any situation. She loves to read and is constantly developing.

Adelaide is emotional and fair. She is endowed with exceptional intuition. Adelaide knows how to be merciful towards other people. She is a sociable, friendly girl with irony and humor. Adelaide easily finds a common language with others and even unfamiliar people, thanks to her sociability. But sometimes she can be arrogant.

Adelaide is a strong-willed person. It is difficult for her to impose any decision, since she does not like other people’s advice and prefers to figure everything out herself. She does not lead disputes to quarrels, since despite her emotionality she is a completely balanced person. She always achieves her intended goal with patience, perseverance and perseverance. She does not tolerate dishonesty.

Adelaide’s negative traits are self-confidence, rancor and resentment. She remembers insults for a long time and seeks to punish her offender.

Adelaide loves to travel and often chooses travel-related professions. She can become a flight attendant, a fashion designer or a fashion model. She is persistent and committed, so she can find herself in almost any field.

Adelaide takes care of her appearance, she is unusually feminine and has impeccable taste, which attracts men. Adelaide is charming and can charm anyone. She knows how to gain attention and uses it successfully. She always has a lot of fans, but she is in no hurry to get married, as it is difficult for her to make a choice. Adelaide prefers to hide her feelings and is usually very reserved with men.

Adelaide becomes a good housewife and loving mother. She is an excellent cook and knows how to make a home cozy. Loves to receive guests. She knows how to become a devoted friend to her husband and children.

Name days:

February 5, December 16

Diminutive version

Adelaideochka, Adelaideushka, Adelaidonka, Delochka, Delushka, Delonka

Abbreviated

Adelaide, Ada, Adele, Dela, Delya, Ida

According to the church

Adelaide

Color

  • violet

Planet

  • Mars

Element

  • fire

Stone talisman

magnetite

Metal

iron

Plants

heather

Totem animal

vulture

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