Nada
Nada is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Dew or generosity in Arabic; hope in Slavic origins.
Origin and history
Nada is a feminine name with roots in both Arabic and Slavic traditions. In Arabic, it means 'dew' or 'generosity', while in Slavic languages, it is associated with 'hope'. Though used steadily in the United States since the late 19th century, it remains a rare and distinctive choice.
Popularity in the United States
5,129 babies in the United States have been named Nada since 1880. It ranks #2423 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17.1 %)
- CA (16.9 %)
- MI (14.9 %)
- IL (12.3 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 46 |
| 1900-1910 | 81 |
| 1910-1920 | 250 |
| 1920-1930 | 556 |
| 1930-1940 | 602 |
| 1940-1950 | 432 |
| 1950-1960 | 458 |
| 1960-1970 | 292 |
| 1970-1980 | 279 |
| 1980-1990 | 325 |
| 1990-2000 | 475 |
| 2000-2010 | 601 |
| 2010-2019 | 540 |
| 2020-2029 | 192 |
Famous people named Nada
- Nada Surf: Musical Group
Fun facts
- Nada translates to 'dewdrop' or 'dew' in Arabic, while serving as a short form for Nadezhda ('hope') in Slavic languages.
- The name has been recorded continuously in the United States social security database since the late 19th century.