Nedra
Nedra is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Created name; possibly derived from Edward, meaning 'wealthy guardian' or literary invention.
Origin and history
Nedra is a feminine name that gained usage in the United States during the early 20th century, likely popularized by the 1905 novel 'Nedra' by George Barr McCutcheon. While it enjoyed moderate popularity in the mid-1900s, it has become rare in recent years. Today, it is recognized as a vintage American name with literary roots.
Popularity in the United States
7,104 babies in the United States have been named Nedra since 1880. It ranks #2005 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.2 %)
- IL (13 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- OH (8.7 %)
- LA (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 53 |
| 1910-1920 | 618 |
| 1920-1930 | 711 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,014 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,299 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,228 |
| 1960-1970 | 954 |
| 1970-1980 | 665 |
| 1980-1990 | 432 |
| 1990-2000 | 76 |
| 2000-2010 | 33 |
| 2010-2019 | 21 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Nedra
- Nedra Volz: Actress
- Nedra Talley: Singer
Fun facts
- The name Nedra was widely popularized by George Barr McCutcheon's 1905 bestselling novel titled 'Nedra'.
- The name saw its peak U.S. usage in the 1930s and 1940s before gradually declining.