Rising since 1993, #1,250 for girls today.
Popularity of Adina since 1880
Babies named Adina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 16 |
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 62 |
| 1920s | 73 |
| 1930s | 42 |
| 1940s | 77 |
| 1950s | 180 |
| 1960s | 504 |
| 1970s | 1,076 |
| 1980s | 1,055 |
| 1990s | 990 |
| 2000s | 1,061 |
| 2010s | 1,259 |
| 2020s | 954 |
Meaning & origin
Adina is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Arabic traditions. Its biblical appearance as a name of a soldier may surprise some, but the name has long been associated with femininity and grace. Since first appearing in U.S. records in 1880, Adina experienced a decline before beginning a steady rise in popularity starting in 1993. By 2025, it achieved its peak rank of 1250, with 1 in every 8979 newborn girls receiving the name. The name is most common in New Jersey, New York, and Maryland. Its rise may be tied to broader interest in short, vowel-ending names such as Leila or Maya, which share a similar style. While not commonly used, Adina offers a distinctive choice that balances historical weight with modern appeal.
Adina appears in the Hebrew Bible as a name of a soldier, and in Arabic it may derive from a root meaning 'adorned' or 'festival.' The name was used among Jewish communities historically and has also been adopted in English-speaking countries. Its modern usage often overlooks the distinct origins, but both possibilities contribute to the name's appeal.
Where Adina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Adina” around the world
Where Adina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Addie, Dina
Sibling names for Adina
Names that share Adina's style, for a brother or sister.
