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Help[Opinions] Adelle
We have an Adelle here on the boards. I was looking at this name today (and in a story or two I read). I'm really starting to like it. I think it is feminine, pretty, classy... and French, which if anyone has noticed is important to me. (I love French).
What do you think of the name Adelle?
Is it a better first name or middle name?
Would it sound okay if the surname began with a D?
What do you think of the name Adelle?
Is it a better first name or middle name?
Would it sound okay if the surname began with a D?
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I love it, it's been one of my most consistent favourites over the years. It fits nicely in either fn or mn slot and while a D surname isn't ideal, it's not that bad either.
I agree with Jen/Adelle about Adele being less balanced than Adelle, I only like the single l if it has the French accent on too.
I agree with Jen/Adelle about Adele being less balanced than Adelle, I only like the single l if it has the French accent on too.
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I love it. I think it goes nicely in either spot.
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I like it.
And I agree with Adelle - it's more balanced with two Ls. It's a great name, with a cool history. I automatically think of Jane Eyre, though. :-D
And I agree with Adelle - it's more balanced with two Ls. It's a great name, with a cool history. I automatically think of Jane Eyre, though. :-D
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Adèle Ratignolle
is in The Awakening. I'm not a fan of American Lit, and The Awakening sort of reminded me of Mrs. Dalloway-lite, but it wasn't a bad read.
is in The Awakening. I'm not a fan of American Lit, and The Awakening sort of reminded me of Mrs. Dalloway-lite, but it wasn't a bad read.
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Ooh, I love this name! Who was it...I was doing an English report on someone that loved an Adele. Hmm.
Anyway. Yes, it's very pretty, and a D surname would go well, I think.
Anyway. Yes, it's very pretty, and a D surname would go well, I think.
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Vraiment? Moi aussi... Anyway, back to the question: I adore the name Adelle. I usually don't like French names, but this is an exception [and I prefer Adelle over Adele]. It depends on the combo, but in most cases, I'd say FN. Yes, I believe it would work fine with a 'D' surname.
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I prefer Adele I like it more as a middle name.
My fav Adele combos are Evelyn Adele and Adele Katherine. :)
My fav Adele combos are Evelyn Adele and Adele Katherine. :)
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It's one of my favorites, spelled Adele especially.
It's fine as a first name (nickname Della, which I much prefer over Addie), but, being two syllables with the emphasis on the second, it has a huge appeal as a middle name. I have combinations for both.
My grandmother was Adele D_____, and no one objected to it. I think it's fine.
It's fine as a first name (nickname Della, which I much prefer over Addie), but, being two syllables with the emphasis on the second, it has a huge appeal as a middle name. I have combinations for both.
My grandmother was Adele D_____, and no one objected to it. I think it's fine.
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I love it, as both a first or a middle name. I personally prefer Adele, but either way is great. It's fine with a D surname - actually kind of like the repetitive D sound.
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Heh :D
Well, I like it, obviously. If I had the guts to legally change my name, I'd be Adelle Sophia in a heartbeat (my real name is Jennifer. BLECH.)
I think it's fine with a D surname and as a FN or a MN. I was originally drawn to it because it's feminine but not fussy, spunky and strong, and yes, classy. I like the French Adele, also, and I think Adela is pretty, too, but for me, it's just plain Adelle. :D
+ I picked Adelle over Adele personally because I think that with the wide base of the A and the d, the single l just doesn't hold up. The double L looks more balanced to me. Probably dumb haha.
Well, I like it, obviously. If I had the guts to legally change my name, I'd be Adelle Sophia in a heartbeat (my real name is Jennifer. BLECH.)
I think it's fine with a D surname and as a FN or a MN. I was originally drawn to it because it's feminine but not fussy, spunky and strong, and yes, classy. I like the French Adele, also, and I think Adela is pretty, too, but for me, it's just plain Adelle. :D
+ I picked Adelle over Adele personally because I think that with the wide base of the A and the d, the single l just doesn't hold up. The double L looks more balanced to me. Probably dumb haha.
This message was edited 6/5/2007, 6:03 PM
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It's a new love. They are both hard D's too. Thanks for pointing out the correct spelling.
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I think its a nice name.As for first or middle, I think it depends on the other name and whether it sounds better in front or after that name.
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It's pretty, but not a personal top fave, and I prefer it as a mn, though I think it would definitely work in either spot. Depending on the sound of the last name, it could work fine.
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