Nadav Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Nadav has its roots in Hebrew, meaning generous or noble. It has evolved from its biblical origins to modern usage, maintaining its positive connotations. It is biblically significant as the name of a son of Aaron. The name is well-regarded in contemporary culture, associated with traits of generosity and nobility.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nadav"
Pronunciation
/nɑˈdɑv/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Nadav derives from the Hebrew root 'n-d-v', which means 'generous' or 'noble'.
Meaning
generous, noble
Language Evolution
Nadav (Hebrew), Nadav (Biblical Hebrew), Nadav (Modern Hebrew)
Biblical Background
Nadav is a biblical name belonging to one of the sons of Aaron, the brother of Moses, mentioned in the Book of Leviticus.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities, especially in Israel, and has been used for centuries in various forms.
Variants & Derivatives
Nadiv, Nadi, Nadava
Modern Popularity & Image
Nadav is seen as a strong and positive name, often associated with generosity and nobility in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Nadav Lapid, an Israeli filmmaker, Nadav Shiran, an Israeli artist
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Nadav Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nadav"
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 "Nadav"
"Nadav" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5632nd of 16616 | 118 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4007th of 24088 | 356 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4425th of 23106 | 274 |
Regional Popularity of "Nadav" 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) |
- |
55.66% 2491st/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
36.66% 1893rd/5164 |
- |
35.84% 2675th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
47.76% 2143rd/4487 |
- |
47.13% 2958th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Nadav" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nadav"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nadav" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nadav" in the United States
The name Nadav is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nadav has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Nadav' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5632nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4007th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4425th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Nadav' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.