Noble
Derived from the Germanic element 'adal', meaning noble. While more commonly found as a prefix in names like Albert or Adelaide, it stands alone as a rare, gender-neutral choice in various European cultures.
Less common today
Edel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,116 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Irish lay missionary and candidate for sainthood
Cuban-American artist and illustrator
