Ardelia
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About Ardelia
Ardelia is a feminine name with classical roots, derived from the Greek word "ardis" meaning "arrow" or possibly related to "ardent," suggesting warmth and passion. This elegant name has historical usage dating back centuries but remains relatively uncommon today. Ardelia appears in literature and historical records, including as a character name in various works. The name has a melodious quality with its flowing syllables and romantic sound. While never achieving mainstream popularity in English-speaking countries, Ardelia maintains appeal for parents drawn to vintage names with classical origins and a sophisticated, somewhat exotic flair.
Pronounced ahr-DEE-lee-uh.
As of October 2026, Ardelia ranked #11861 in US births in 1992 SSA, peaked at #745 in 1880.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Ardelia on lists
Famous Ardelias
- Ardelia Ripley Hall
American cultural affairs officer who recovered WWII stolen art
- Chloe Ardelia Wofford
birth name of American novelist Toni Morrison
- Caroline Ardelia Yale
American educator of the deaf
- Ardelia
pen name of Anne Finch, Countess of Winchilsea, English poet
Ardelia in pop culture
- Ardelia Lortz
character in "The Library Policeman" by Stephen King
- Ardelia
character in the 1636 play "The Duke's Mistress" by James Shirley
- Ardelia Mapp
character in "The Silence of the Lambs" by Thomas Harris, and its 1991 film