How Many People Are Named Adelita?

Complete statistics for the name Adelita: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Adelita
Very Rare
Spanish

Adelita means noble and comes from Spanish origins, making it a rare gem among female names. Only 1,633 people named Adelita live in the US today, which means 1 in 202,132 Americans share this unique name. Interestingly, the name peaked in popularity back in 1961 with 43 births.

~1,633
Living in US
1 in 202,132
Americans
1961
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Noble
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Noble Dignified Gracious
7
Life Path Number

People named Adelita typically have a life path number of 7, symbolizing introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

18,941
Worldwide Bearers
#39,397
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
5,605
🇧🇷 Brazil
4,646
🇵🇭 Philippines
3,677
🇺🇸 United States
2,181
🇮🇩 Indonesia
514
🇵🇪 Peru
380
🇨🇷 Costa Rica
313
🇬🇹 Guatemala
258
🇧🇿 Belize
221
🇪🇨 Ecuador
163

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,633 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 49
468
Would be under 30 (25%)
696
Would be 30–60 (37%)
707
Would be over 60 (38%)

All 1,871 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1961

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
62
Modern Appeal
58
International
97

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Adelita Through the Generations

Adelita has seen a steady presence through the decades, with its peak occurring in 1961 when 43 babies were given this name. Today, there are 1,633 people named Adelita living in the United States, reflecting a very rare name that's still gaining traction. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 25% under 30, 37% aged 30-60, and 38% over 60, indicating a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 692
California 241
Arizona 6
New York 5

✨ Similar Names to Adelita

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Adelita's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Adelita

How Many People Have the Name Adelita?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,633 people in the United States currently share the name Adelita. That works out to roughly 1 in every 202,132 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Adelita a Common or Rare Name?

Adelita is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Adelita Mean?

Adelita means "noble" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Adelita in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Adelita Most Popular?

The name Adelita reached peak popularity in 1961, with 43 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Adelita?

Approximately 1,633 people named Adelita live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,871. That works out to roughly 1 in 202,132 Americans.

Is Adelita a rare name?

Adelita is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 202,132 Americans has this name.

What does the name Adelita mean?

Adelita means "noble" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Adelita more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Adelita are male and 100% are female.

When was Adelita most popular?

Adelita peaked in 1961 with 43 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,633
All-Time Births1,871
1 in X1 in 202,132
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age49
Peak Year1961
World Rank#39,397
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.