Adia
Adia is a girl's name of African origin.
Meaning
Gift or noble.
Origin and history
Adia is a feminine given name of Swahili and Arabic roots, generally interpreted as meaning 'gift' or 'noble'. It gained wider recognition in the United States during the late 1990s, partly influenced by Sarah McLachlan's hit song of the same name. Today, it remains a rare but distinct choice for parents looking for a melodic, short name.
Popularity in the United States
2,968 babies in the United States have been named Adia since 1880. It ranks #3254 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- NY (20 %)
- CA (19.6 %)
- TX (13.3 %)
- GA (5.4 %)
- PA (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 10 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 177 |
| 1980-1990 | 276 |
| 1990-2000 | 495 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,242 |
| 2010-2019 | 579 |
| 2020-2029 | 179 |
Fun facts
- The name saw a rise in usage in 1998 following the release of Sarah McLachlan's hit single 'Adia'.
- In Swahili etymology, the name is derived from a word meaning 'gift' or 'valuable present'.