Adelais

Adelais is a feminine given name of French origin. It is typically considered a diminutive or affectionate form of Adélaïde (Adelaide) and has appeared in medieval European records as a standalone name.

Etymology and origin: The underlying root of Adélaïde is the Germanic Adal- meaning “noble,” combined with a element related to “kind” or “appearance.” Adelais developed in medieval French as a diminutive or pet form and later as an independent given name in some contexts.

Historical usage: Adelais appears in medieval French-language sources and occasional Latin records, reflecting the broader pattern of naming practices in which short forms were used as formal names in certain communities. Over time, the form became rarer as longer variants such as Adélaïde and Adelaide gained prominence in later centuries.

Modern usage and variants: In contemporary naming practice, Adelais is uncommon and is mainly of historical or genealogical interest. Related names include Adélaïde, Adela, and Adelaide; Adelais may be encountered as a historical variant or stylistic choice in literature or family histories.

Notable bearers: There are no widely known contemporary figures or widely recognized historical figures named Adelais in common reference works. The name remains primarily of scholarly and historical interest as a variant of Adélaïde.

See also: Adelaide, Adela, Adélaïde.