The name Adelaide means Of Noble Kin and is of German origin. Adelaide is a name that's been used primarily by parents who are considering baby names for girls.

Saint Adelaide, wife of Otto the Great, Roman emperor.

Famous people with the name Adelaide include Adelaide Anne Procter, poet for Queen Victoria. Adelaide is also the capitol city of South Australia. The most famous fictional character named Adelaide is arguably Adelaide from the
musical “Guys and Dolls” where she sings “Adelaide’s Lament.”