Nadene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nadene is a name of Hebrew origin that means 'generous' or 'noble'. It evolved from the Hebrew name Nadiv and has seen adaptations in modern language. The name is often associated with positive traits such as kindness and warmth. It does not have biblical relevance. Nadene became popular in the 20th century as parents sought distinctive names, and it is viewed positively today.
The name Nadene is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West 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, Nadene 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, 'Nadene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1726th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1324th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2151st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3810th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10447th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24119th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nadene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nadene"
Pronunciation
/næˈdiːn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Nadene is derived from the Hebrew name 'Nadiv', which means 'generous' or 'noble'. It is often associated with the Hebrew word 'Nadene', which signifies 'a gift' or 'a donation'.
Meaning
generous, noble, a gift
Language Evolution
Nadiv (Hebrew), Nadene (modern adaptation)
Historical Usage
Nadene gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as it was embraced by parents seeking unique names for their daughters.
Variants & Derivatives
Nadine, Nadi, Nadia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Nadene is viewed as a unique and charming name, often associated with kindness and warmth.
Famous People
Nadene Smith (American athlete), Nadene Leis (Canadian author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nadene"
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 "Nadene"
"Nadene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1726th of 9107 | 402 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1324th of 9204 | 612 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2151st of 12526 | 501 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3810th of 19264 | 264 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10447th of 27321 | 88 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24119th of 35406 | 23 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Nadene" 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 "Nadene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
81.85% 1159th/1416 |
- | - |
94.57% 1080th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
76.07% 1790th/2353 |
67.49% 1044th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
77.16% 1875th/2430 |
- |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
78.87% 2747th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nadene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nadene" 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.