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Adanya

ah-DAHN-yah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine form of Adan or a modern coinage.

Peak popularity
2015
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2014

Declining since 2014.

Popularity of Adanya since 2000

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

51116200020102020Most births 2015Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s90
2010s96
2020s7

Meaning & origin

Adanya is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2000, distinguishing it as a twenty-first-century creation. Its popularity peaked in 2015, reflecting a brief surge before entering a declining trajectory since 2014. While its specific origins are unclear, the name exemplifies the contemporary trend of constructing feminine names with melodious vowel patterns and the popular '-nya' ending seen in names like Ananya. With no recorded rank in the top 1000 and no concentration in any particular state, Adanya remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive and modern-sounding name for their daughters.

Adanya is a modern name, first recorded in the United States in 2000. It may be derived from or influenced by names like Adana, Adalia, or the Spanish surname Adán, but its exact origin is unclear. Its rise in usage during the 2010s likely reflects the popularity of names sharing the melodic 'a' sounds and the '-nya' suffix seen in names like Ananya.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ada, Anya, Danya

Sibling names for Adanya

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

Sisters: Anaya, Leilani, Maya, Sienna, Zara

Brothers: Adrian, Elian, Kai, Mateo, Zane

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Adanya mean?
The meaning of Adanya is not definitively known. It may be a modern invented name or a variant of other names like Adana or Adalia.
How popular is the name Adanya?
Adanya is not currently among the top 1000 names in the U.S. Its peak usage was in 2015, according to Social Security data.
Is Adanya a girl's name?
Yes, Adanya is almost exclusively used for girls.