Meaning & Story
A Germanic name meaning "noble" — a variant of Adelaide and Adela, carrying the quiet dignity of Old European aristocracy in a compact, elegant form.
Adela has the poise of a name carved into a cathedral — it's been worn by queens and saints for over a thousand years and has lost none of its refinement. A shorter form of the beloved Adelaide, it traces back to the Old High German element adal, meaning noble. Pets named Adela tend to have a natural elegance and a calm self-possession that makes them feel distinguished without being aloof. The name is especially beautiful for a female dog or cat with classic good looks and impeccable manners. Understated, timeless, and genuinely lovely.