Declining since 2016.
Popularity of Adaira since 1985
Babies named Adaira per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 44 |
| 2010s | 88 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
Adaira is a rare Scottish Gaelic name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1985, two years before the broader Celtic revival of the late 1980s. Its peak year came in 2016, when it was given to a small number of girls, but since then the name has been on a downward trajectory, with usage falling each year. With a 1-in-N figure too low to calculate, Adaira remains an uncommon choice, never ranking in the top 1000. Its top states are empty, indicating limited regional concentration. The name's etymology is debated, but it likely stems from the Gaelic 'àth' (ford) and 'dobhar' (water), or possibly from 'Adhamh' (Adam). Culturally, it aligns with other Scottish-origin names like Isla and Lachlan.
Adaira is a feminine form of the male name Adair, which itself is an Anglicization of the Scottish Gaelic name 'Adhamh' (Adam) or possibly from 'àth' (ford) and 'dobhar' (water). The name has been in use in Scotland and Ireland for centuries, though it remains relatively rare. It saw a modest revival in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Addie, Ada, Dair
Sibling names for Adaira
Names that share Adaira's style, for a brother or sister.
