Ardelle is a rare and unique feminine given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old French word "ardeur," which means warmth, ardor, or zeal. The name Ardelle suggests passion, enthusiasm, and vivacity. It gained popularity in the United States during the early 20th century but remains relatively uncommon today.
The name Ardelle experienced notable fluctuations in popularity over the course of a century. The earliest years show low numbers of births with a peak of just 7 births in the first decade (1897-1907). However, from 1909 onwards, there's a significant increase, reaching a high of 71 births in 1925. This trend continues until the late 1930s, with numbers ranging from 27 to 52 births per year. Post-WWII years see a marked decline, dropping as low as 5 births by 1955. The name's popularity picks up again briefly in the mid-1960s but ultimately falls back into obscurity towards the end of the century with only 6 births recorded in 1981. Overall, Ardelle was quite popular for a brief period but has since become rare.