Adi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Adi has its origins in Sanskrit, meaning 'beginning' or 'first'. It has evolved through languages such as Hindi and Bengali, reflecting its cultural significance. The name carries traits of newness and leadership, with no biblical relevance. It has become popular in various cultures, especially in India, and is associated with notable figures in history.
The name Adi is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Adi has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7633rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4117th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3934th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6689th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4998th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5489th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adi"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːdi/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Adi originates from the Sanskrit word 'आदि' (ādi), which means 'beginning' or 'first'. It is often used in the context of being the first or primary.
Meaning
beginning, first
Language Evolution
Sanskrit, Hindi, Bengali, Indonesian
Historical Usage
The name Adi has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in India, where it is used as both a first name and a surname. Its usage has spread to other regions, including Indonesia and among some Western cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Adi, Addy, Aadi
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary society, Adi is perceived as a modern and appealing name, often associated with positivity and new beginnings.
Famous People
Adi Shankaracharya, Adi Granth, Adi K. K. Reddy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adi"
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 "Adi"
"Adi" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7633rd of 16616 | 65 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4117th of 24088 | 344 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3934th of 23106 | 324 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9658th of 19264 | 50 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6689th of 27321 | 182 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4998th of 35406 | 415 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5489th of 30306 | 280 |
Regional Popularity of "Adi" 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) |
- |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
37.52% 2800th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
64.54% 2896th/4487 |
- |
43.96% 2759th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adi" 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) |
- |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
- |
70.51% 4454th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
62.01% 3202nd/5164 |
- |
42.07% 3140th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
65.19% 2925th/4487 |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
57.74% 3624th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adi" 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.