Female Name
Addilyn
ˈæd.ə.lɪn
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
ends in -lyn
modern English
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
modern140%
youthful140%
informal120%
common80%
urban65%
simple80%
comedic100%
Meaning & Etymology
Addilyn is a variant of the name Adeline, incorporating the popular suffix 'lyn'. Adeline itself is of Old German origin, meaning 'noble' or 'nobility'. The addition of 'lyn' to Adeline reflects a modern trend in naming, where traditional names are modified with contemporary suffixes to create unique variations.
Etymology
Original Form:
Adeline
Evolution:
Adeline + lyn → Addilyn
Source:
The name Adeline originates from the Old German name 'Adalheidis', which is composed of the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'heid' (kind, type). The suffix 'lyn' is a modern addition, popularized in English-speaking countries in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.