Adora
Adora is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Adored or beloved.
Origin and history
Adora is a feminine given name of Latin origin meaning 'adored' or 'beloved'. While historically uncommon in the United States, it has experienced a gradual increase in modern usage. It shares roots with the verb adorare, combining classical origins with a clear, affectionate meaning.
Popularity in the United States
2,373 babies in the United States have been named Adora since 1880. It ranks #3622 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1585.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.1 %)
- TX (15.7 %)
- NY (14.5 %)
- FL (5.7 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 24 |
| 1920-1930 | 29 |
| 1930-1940 | 48 |
| 1940-1950 | 19 |
| 1950-1960 | 90 |
| 1960-1970 | 83 |
| 1970-1980 | 91 |
| 1980-1990 | 200 |
| 1990-2000 | 278 |
| 2000-2010 | 448 |
| 2010-2019 | 546 |
| 2020-2029 | 517 |
Nicknames
Dora, Addie
Fun facts
- Adora is the alter-ego of the titular superheroine She-Ra in the popular animated franchise She-Ra and the Princesses of Power.
- It derives directly from the Latin word adorare, which also gave rise to the English word adoration.