UK boy's name
Adlee
A name of uncertain origin, possibly Arabic, with no definite meaning.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Adlee is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Adlee popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2020 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Adlee is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Adlee. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Adlee ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 3 boys were registered as Adlee.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Adlee as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2020
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Adlee mean?
The name Adlee is believed to be of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical name Adlai. In the Old Testament, Adlai was a prince of the tribe of Simeon and a military leader mentioned in the Book of Numbers. The name Adlai is thought to be derived from the Hebrew word "adal," meaning "to advance" or "to grow."
While the name Adlai has a rich biblical history, the variant spelling "Adlee" is relatively modern and does not appear to have any direct historical references in ancient texts or religious scriptures. However, it is possible that the name was influenced by the French surname "Adéle," which is derived from the Germanic name "Adalheidis," meaning "noble natured."
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Adlee was Adlee Hickman, an American baseball player who played for the St. Louis Cardinals in the early 20th century. He was born in 1892 and played in the Major League Baseball from 1913 to 1920.
Another notable figure with the name Adlee was Adlee Koenig, an American artist and painter born in 1907. She was known for her vibrant abstract expressionist works and had several exhibitions throughout her career.
In literature, Adlee Terrell was the protagonist of the novel "The Blinding Light" by Hazel Renee, published in 1998. The book explored themes of self-discovery and personal growth.
Adlee Sutherland was a Canadian politician who served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1937 to 1945, representing the riding of Kenora.
Adlee Shuler was an American educator and civil rights activist born in 1915. She played a significant role in desegregating schools in Oklahoma and advocating for equal educational opportunities for African American students.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Adlee. While not an ancient name, it has been in use for several centuries and has been carried by notable figures in various fields, including sports, art, literature, politics, and activism.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Adlee by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Adlee was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Adlee
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Adlee: questions and answers
How popular is the name Adlee in the UK right now?
In 2020, Adlee was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Adlee most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 3 babies registered as Adlee in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Adlee?
A name of uncertain origin, possibly Arabic, with no definite meaning.
How many people are called Adlee in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Adlee across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.