Nadia
Nadia is a girl name of Slavic, Arabic origin meaning “Hope”, pronounced NAH-dee-uh. It ranked #565 in the United States in 2025, given to 531 babies, and peaked at #178 in 2005. Common nicknames: Nadi, Nad, Dia.
How popular is Nadia in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Nadia mean, and where does it come from?
Nadia is derived from the Slavic element "nadezda" meaning "hope." It is widely used across Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. In Arabic, the name Nadiyya means "tender" or "delicate," giving it a slightly different shade of meaning in the Arab world. The name gained worldwide recognition through Nadia Comaneci, the Romanian gymnast who scored the first perfect 10 in Olympic history at the 1976 Montreal Games. Nadia's cross-cultural versatility and beautiful sound have made it a beloved name in dozens of countries.
How is Nadia used around the world?
Nadia is used in 5 languages worldwide, with 11+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Nadia?
Famous People Named Nadia
- Nadia Comaneci — Romanian gymnast who scored the first Olympic perfect 10
- Nadia Boulanger — French composer and legendary music teacher
- Nadia Murad — Iraqi Yazidi human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Nadia mean?
Nadia is a girl name of Slavic, Arabic origin meaning "Hope." Nadia is derived from the Slavic element "nadezda" meaning "hope." It is widely used across Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.
How do you pronounce Nadia?
Nadia is pronounced NAH-dee-uh. Common variations include Nadya, Nadja, Nadiya.
Is Nadia a girl name?
Yes, Nadia is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Nadi, Nad, Dia.