Nadine
Nadine first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1958, when 1,011 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Nadine popular?
Vintage Nadine is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1958.
| 2020s | 829 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,555 | |
| 2000s | 1,928 | |
| 1990s | 2,684 | |
| 1980s | 3,319 | |
| 1970s | 3,889 | |
| 1960s | 8,008 | |
| 1950s | 8,979 | |
| 1940s | 5,317 | |
| 1930s | 6,196 | |
| 1920s | 6,951 | |
| 1910s | 3,095 | |
| 1900s | 443 | |
| 1890s | 163 | |
| 1880s | 25 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Nadine mean?
A French elaboration of Nadia/Nadya, ultimately from Russian Nadezhda, from the Old Slavic word meaning 'hope'. The 'hope' sense comes through the Slavic root rather than any native French element.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nadine mean?
Nadine means hope. A French elaboration of Nadia/Nadya, ultimately from Russian Nadezhda, from the Old Slavic word meaning 'hope'. The 'hope' sense comes through the Slavic root rather than any native French element.
What is the origin of the name Nadine?
Nadine is of french origin.
How do you pronounce Nadine?
Nadine is pronounced “nah-DEEN.”
Is Nadine a boy or a girl name?
Nadine is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Nadine a popular name right now?
Nadine is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1958.
How popular is the name Nadine?
In 2025, Nadine ranked #1627 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nadine most popular?
Nadine was most popular in 1958, when about 1,011 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Nadine?
Names similar to Nadine include Adele, Colette, Amelie, Belle, Delphine.
What names go well with Nadine?
french names that pair well with Nadine include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.