Adela
noble (Germanic via Spanish)
Adela is a spanish / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 413, with 19,708 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
noble (Germanic via Spanish)
Adela originates from Germanic roots meaning 'noble' and entered the Hispanic naming lexicon centuries ago. In the Philippines, it was widely adopted during the Spanish colonial period as a Christian baptismal name and remains a classic, traditional choice primarily associated with older generations.
Adela is a feminine given name of Germanic origin (derived from 'adal', meaning noble), introduced to the Philippines primarily through Spanish colonization and Catholic naming traditions.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly perceived as a traditional or grandmotherly name in the Philippines. Typical local nicknames include 'Dely', 'Del', or 'Deng'.
Related forms
- Adela Spanish
- Adèle French
- Adele English
- Adela German
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Adela with common surname pairs
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How do I use Adela with two Filipino surnames?
Adela is the given name. The full name is Adela + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Adela a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Adela is number 413, with 19,708 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.