Adelina
noble (Germanic via Spanish)
Adelina is a spanish / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 381, with 21,824 records. It has 4 syllables.
Origin and meaning
noble (Germanic via Spanish)
Adelina originates from the Germanic element 'adal' (noble), which developed into various Latinized and Romance forms including Spanish and Italian. In the Philippines, it was widely adopted during the Spanish colonial period through Catholic influence and has remained a classic feminine name across multiple generations.
Adelina is a diminutive form of Adela, derived from the Germanic root 'adal' meaning 'noble'. It entered the Philippines primarily through Spanish colonial naming traditions and Roman Catholic naming practices.
Name character
In the Philippines
Often shortened to Del, Deling, Adele, or Lina in informal Filipino settings. It is perceived today as a traditional, graceful vintage name.
Related forms
- Adelina Spanish
- Adelina Italian
- Adeline French
- Adeline English
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Adelina with common surname pairs
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Is Adelina a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Adelina is number 381, with 21,824 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.