Nada Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nada is an Arabic name meaning 'dew' or 'generosity'. It has evolved from Classical Arabic to Modern Arabic. The name is often linked with qualities of freshness and kindness. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Nadine and Nadia, and it is currently viewed positively.
The name Nada is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Nada 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, 'Nada' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1149th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 987th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1634th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2680th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2961st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2699th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3628th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nada' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nada"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɑːdə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Nada comes from the Arabic word 'نَدَى' which means 'dew' or 'generosity'. It is often associated with freshness and purity.
Meaning
dew, generosity
Language Evolution
Nada (Modern Arabic), نَدَى (Classical Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Nada has been used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions. It gained popularity in the 20th century as more people embraced Arabic names.
Variants & Derivatives
Nadine, Nadia
Modern Popularity & Image
Nada is perceived positively, often associated with beauty and kindness. It remains a popular name in Arabic-speaking countries and has gained some recognition in other cultures.
Famous People
Nada Surf (American rock band), Nada Hafez (Egyptian actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nada"
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 "Nada"
"Nada" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1149th of 9107 | 757 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 987th of 9204 | 994 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1634th of 12526 | 781 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2680th of 19264 | 445 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2961st of 27321 | 580 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2699th of 35406 | 969 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3628th of 30306 | 515 |
Regional Popularity of "Nada" 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 "Nada" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
68.08% 964th/1416 |
- |
60.02% 1420th/2366 |
77.93% 890th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
64.62% 999th/1546 |
82.13% 1278th/1556 |
47.64% 1121st/2353 |
74.27% 1149th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
61.11% 1361st/2227 |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
67.65% 1930th/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
62.34% 1831st/2937 |
- | - |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.34% 2113th/3685 |
45.99% 2058th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
46.02% 2907th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.59% 1768th/4582 |
35.26% 1821st/5164 |
49.13% 3593rd/7313 |
49.07% 3662nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.28% 2083rd/3984 |
61.47% 2758th/4487 |
81.41% 5554th/6822 |
69.36% 4353rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nada"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nada" 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.