Noble
Addie originated as a diminutive of Adelaide or Adeline, which are derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis. It carries the meaning of nobility and has been used as a standalone name since the 19th century.
Less common today
Addie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #976 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Major League Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher
The deceased matriarch at the center of the novel · As I Lay Dying
The young con artist protagonist · Paper Moon
American film actress of the early sound era
Indonesian conductor and founder of Twilite Orchestra
