Dua Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Dua' originates from Arabic, meaning 'supplication' or 'invocation'. It has evolved linguistically as a term associated with prayer. The name carries traits of spirituality and devotion and does not have biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in modern times, particularly within Muslim communities and through cultural icons.
The name Dua is most popular in New York, 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, Dua has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Dua' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20558th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7302nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2252nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dua' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dua"
Pronunciation
/ˈduːə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name 'Dua' is derived from the Arabic word 'دعاء' (du'aa), which means 'supplication' or 'invocation'. In Islamic culture, it often refers to the act of calling upon God in prayer.
Meaning
supplication, invocation
Language Evolution
Dua
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity, especially in Muslim communities, as it reflects a spiritual significance and connection to prayer.
Variants & Derivatives
Dua'a, Duaa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Dua is viewed positively, often associated with spirituality and devotion. It has gained recognition through popular culture, especially with figures like Dua Lipa.
Famous People
Dua Lipa, Dua Saleh
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dua"
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 "Dua"
"Dua" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20558th of 27321 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7302nd of 35406 | 249 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2252nd of 30306 | 988 |
Regional Popularity of "Dua" 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 "Dua" 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) |
- |
63.94% 3302nd/5164 |
- |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.53% 2292nd/3984 |
23.62% 1060th/4487 |
36.28% 2475th/6822 |
45.43% 2851st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dua"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dua" 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.