Declining since 2008, #3,089 for boys today.
Popularity of Aadi since 2003
Babies named Aadi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 390 |
| 2010s | 495 |
| 2020s | 281 |
Meaning & origin
Aadi first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2003, and it reached its peak popularity in 2009. Since 2008, its usage has been on a declining trajectory, with the name ranking 3,089th in 2025. Approximately 1 in 43,797 newborn boys received the name that year. The name is most commonly given in states with large Indian American populations, such as New York and California. As a name of Sanskrit origin, Aadi reflects a trend toward short, meaningful names from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Aadi is likely derived from the Sanskrit word 'ādi' (आदि), meaning 'beginning' or 'first'. It is also used as a diminutive or variant of longer Indian names such as Aaditya (the sun). The name has been used in India and among the Indian diaspora, often as a short form or standalone given name. Its popularity in the United States began in the early 2000s, following trends of shorter, globally influenced names.
Where Aadi is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Aadee, Aady, Adi
Sibling names for Aadi
Names that share Aadi's style, for a brother or sister.
