Adlai
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Adlai is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "justice; just".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Jewish
Popularity
61 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
justice; just
Etymology
Hebrew origin, derived from the root 'adl' meaning 'just' or 'justice', found as a personal name in the Hebrew Bible.
Famous People Named Adlai
- Adlai Stevenson II — American politician and diplomat (1900–1965); 31st governor of Illinois from 1949 to 1953 (1900–1965)
- Adlai Stevenson I — American politician (1835–1914); Vice President of the United States from 1893 to 1897
- Adlai Stevenson III — Democratic U.S. Senator from Illinois from 1970 to 1981
Frequently Asked Questions About Adlai
What does the name Adlai mean?
Adlai means "justice; just", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Adlai?
Adlai originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Adlai a boy or girl name?
Adlai is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Adlai associated with?
Adlai is associated with Jewish.
Are there famous people named Adlai?
Yes — notable people named Adlai include Adlai Stevenson II (American politician and diplomat (1900–1965); 31st governor of Illinois from 1949 to 1953, 1900–1965), Adlai Stevenson I (American politician (1835–1914); Vice President of the United States from 1893 to 1897) and Adlai Stevenson III (Democratic U.S. Senator from Illinois from 1970 to 1981).
Last updated: June 2026