girl name · Slavic origin
Nadia
/ NAH-dee-uh /
Meaning
Nadia means Hope (Slavic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
NAH-dee-uh
Popularity
#565 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Nadia in the US, 1880–2025
Nadia first appears in US records in 1911. It peaked in 2005, when 1,923 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 531.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Nadia mean?
From the Slavic Nadya, “hope.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nadia mean?
Nadia means Hope. From the Slavic Nadya, “hope.”
What is the origin of the name Nadia?
Nadia is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Nadia?
Nadia is pronounced “NAH-dee-uh.”
Is Nadia a boy or a girl name?
Nadia is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Nadia?
In 2025, Nadia ranked #565 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Nadia most popular?
Nadia was most popular in 2005, when about 1,923 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.