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Adaia

uh-DAY-uh · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of the Spanish name Adah or a place name from the Basque region meaning 'slope' or 'pasture'.

2025 rank (girls)
#2,607
Babies named in 2025
66
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 24,353 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2005

Rising since 2005, #2,607 for girls today.

Popularity of Adaia since 2005

Babies named Adaia per year in U.S. Social Security records.

33659820102020Most births 2022Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s29
2010s112
2020s313

Meaning & origin

Adaia is a modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2005, a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. While its origins are not definitively established, it has experienced a gradual rise in use, reaching a peak rank in 2022. In the most recent year of data (2025), the name ranked 2,607th nationally, with a frequency of about 1 in every 24,353 births. Its geographic popularity is strongest in Massachusetts, Florida, and New York. Though similar in sound to the Hebrew name Adah and the Basque place name Aia, Adaia remains a distinctive choice that has carved out its own niche among parents seeking a fresh, melodic name for their daughters.

Adaia first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005. Its exact derivation is unclear. It may be a creative spelling influenced by the Spanish name Adah (from Hebrew 'adornment') or by the Basque place name Aia, which means 'slope' or 'pasture'. The name has seen modest growth since its introduction.

Where Adaia is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ada, Addie

Variants: Adah, Adaya

Sibling names for Adaia

Names that share Adaia's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Mila, Alia, Maya, Zara, Lila

Brothers: Elio, Mateo, Luca, Leo, Kai

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Adaia mean?
The meaning of Adaia is uncertain. It may be a variant of Adah, meaning 'adornment' in Hebrew, or derive from the Basque place name Aia meaning 'slope' or 'pasture'.
How popular is the name Adaia?
In the most recent available data (2025), Adaia ranked 2,607th in the United States, with approximately 1 in 24,353 baby girls given the name. Its popularity has been rising steadily since it first appeared in 2005.
Is Adaia a girl's name?
Yes, Adaia is used almost exclusively as a girl's name in the United States.