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Name Origin

Adelaide is a feminine given name of German origin, meaning 'noble kind.' It is derived from the Old High German words 'adal' (meaning 'noble') and 'heid' (meaning 'kind' or 'sort').

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Famous People

Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen (1830-1909)

Queen Consort

  • Served as Queen Consort of the United Kingdom and Empress of India
  • Known for her patronage of the arts and charities

Adelaide Kane (1990-)

Actress

  • Starred in television series such as 'Teen Wolf', 'Reign' and 'Once Upon a Time'