Adanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adanna is a name of Igbo origin meaning 'father's daughter'. It has evolved from its traditional Igbo roots into various forms and is often associated with familial bonds. The name has no biblical relevance. It has seen consistent usage within Nigerian communities and is viewed positively in modern contexts, often associated with strong cultural identity.
The name Adanna is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Adanna has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12194th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6127th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5451st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adanna"
Pronunciation
/əˈdɑːnə/
Origin
Igbo
Etymology
Adanna is derived from the Igbo language of Nigeria, where it means 'father's daughter' or 'daughter of the father'.
Meaning
father's daughter
Language Evolution
Adanna (Igbo), Adan (Anglicized form), Adana (alternative spelling)
Historical Usage
Adanna has been used in Igbo culture for generations and has gained recognition in various communities, especially among people of Nigerian descent.
Variants & Derivatives
Adan, Ada, Danna
Modern Popularity & Image
Adanna is perceived as a beautiful and culturally rich name that emphasizes family ties and heritage.
Famous People
Adanna Duru (singer and songwriter), Adanna Nwodo (actress and model)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adanna"
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 "Adanna"
"Adanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12194th of 27321 | 65 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6127th of 35406 | 316 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5451st of 30306 | 283 |
Regional Popularity of "Adanna" 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 "Adanna" 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) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adanna" 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.