Adara
Adara is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Noble, exalted, or virgin.
Origin and history
Adara is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Arabic traditions. In Hebrew, it translates to 'noble' or 'exalted,' while in Arabic, it means 'virgin' or 'maiden.' It has seen steady, moderate growth in usage in the United States in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
2,917 babies in the United States have been named Adara since 1880. It ranks #3284 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1199.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.5 %)
- TX (19.8 %)
- FL (12.3 %)
- NY (10.6 %)
- NC (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 82 |
| 1990-2000 | 477 |
| 2000-2010 | 638 |
| 2010-2019 | 703 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,012 |
Nicknames
Addy, Dara
Fun facts
- Adara carries distinct, positive etymological meanings in both Hebrew and Arabic languages.
- Over one-third of all recorded U.S. births for the name Adara have occurred since 2020.