Adelicia
About Adelicia
Adelicia is a feminine name with Germanic origins, derived from elements meaning 'noble' and 'kind' or 'of the nobility.' It represents an elaborate variant of Adelaide or Adela. Historically, the name gained recognition through Adelicia of Louvain, the second wife of King Henry I of England in the 12th century. Despite its royal historical connections, Adelicia has remained quite rare throughout modern naming records. The name carries an elegant, aristocratic quality with its flowing syllables and classical structure. For parents drawn to vintage names with historical depth, Adelicia offers the appeal of ancient nobility combined with a feminine, melodic sound pattern not commonly encountered.
Pronounced ad-uh-LISH-uh.
As of October 2026, Adelicia ranked #11988 in US births in 2013 SSA, peaked at #9292 in 1976.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
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Adelicia on lists
Famous Adelicias
- Queen Adelicia of Louvain
wife of Henry I of England
- Adelicia Acklen
American plantation owner