Acadia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Acadia originates from Greek, meaning 'a place of abundance'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Akadia and Arcadia. The name is linked to the rich natural resources of the Acadia region in North America, which became popular in the 17th century. While it does not have biblical relevance, it reflects traits of beauty and abundance, and is associated with notable figures in culture and arts.
The name Acadia is most popular in Maine, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Acadia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Acadia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11006th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4308th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3676th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Acadia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Acadia"
Pronunciation
/əˈkeɪdiə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Acadia is derived from the Greek word 'akadia', which means 'a place of abundance'. It is also linked to the name of the region in North America, originally used by the French to describe parts of what is now Eastern Canada.
Meaning
abundance, a place of plenty
Language Evolution
Acadia (modern usage), Akadia (Old Greek), Arcadia (ancient Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Acadia gained popularity in the early 17th century when French explorers and settlers arrived in North America and named the region Acadia, which was noted for its rich natural resources.
Variants & Derivatives
Arcadia, Acadian
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Acadia is often associated with natural beauty and tranquility, reflecting the lush landscapes of the region it describes.
Famous People
Acadian musician Zachary Richard, Acadian poet and writer Antonine Maillet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Acadia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Acadia"
"Acadia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11006th of 27321 | 80 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4308th of 35406 | 507 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3676th of 30306 | 506 |
Regional Popularity of "Acadia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Acadia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
54.74% 2827th/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
82.61% 3291st/3984 |
59.97% 2691st/4487 |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Acadia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Acadia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.