Adie

Adie is a versatile name with multiple origins that can be used for girls, though occasionally appears as a masculine name too. Most commonly, it's considered a diminutive of names like Adelaide, Adrienne, or Adeline, all stemming from Germanic roots relating to nobility. In Scottish tradition, Adie can derive from Adam, meaning "of the earth." The name has a bright, friendly quality with its short, approachable sound. While never reaching mainstream popularity, Adie has maintained consistent use as both a nickname and standalone name, especially appealing to parents seeking something simple yet somewhat uncommon. In recent years, it has benefited from the trend toward shorter names and vintage diminutives being used independently. Adie strikes a balance between familiar and distinctive, offering a friendly unpretentiousness with historic roots.

Adie is also given to boys.

Pronounced AY-dee.

As of October 2026, Adie ranked #11950 in US births in 2014 SSA, peaked at #1824 in 1907.