Nadia
Nadia is a girl's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Hope; tender or delicate.
Origin and history
Nadia is a name with roots in both Slavic and Arabic traditions. In Slavic origins, it derives from Nadezhda, meaning 'hope', while in Arabic it translates to 'tender' or 'moist with dew'. The name gained widespread international popularity in the late 20th century and remains a recognizable choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
46,556 babies in the United States have been named Nadia since 1880. It ranks #615 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #474.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.9 %)
- TX (11 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
- FL (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 97 |
| 1920-1930 | 151 |
| 1930-1940 | 166 |
| 1940-1950 | 157 |
| 1950-1960 | 355 |
| 1960-1970 | 536 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,076 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,533 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,134 |
| 2000-2010 | 15,665 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,868 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,818 |
Famous people named Nadia
- Nadia Comăneci: Gymnast, Olympic Gold Medalist
- Nadia Bjorlin: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Nads, Dee
Fun facts
- Nadia independently developed in both Slavic languages as a short form of Nadezhda and in Arabic-speaking regions as a distinct name.
- The name saw significant international attention following the iconic performances of Romanian gymnast Nadia Comăneci in 1976.