Holding steady.
Popularity of Ardra since 1921
Babies named Ardra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 61 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ardra is a rare name with ancient Sanskrit origins, first appearing in U.S. records in 1921. Its peak year of usage was 1971, but even then it never entered the top 1000, making it a distinctive choice. The name has held a stable trajectory over the past decades, neither rising nor falling dramatically. While its exact meaning is debated, it is tied to Hindu astronomy as the name of the star Betelgeuse. Parents drawn to unique, culturally rich names may appreciate Ardra's celestial connection without the weight of common usage.
The name Ardra likely derives from Sanskrit आर्द्रा (ārdrā), meaning 'moist' or 'fresh', and is the name of a star (Betelgeuse) in Hindu astronomy. It appears in the ancient Indian text the Rigveda, and in Hindu astrology it is the sixth nakshatra (lunar mansion). Despite its ancient roots, its use as a given name is relatively modern, emerging occasionally in the West since the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ardie, Ard
Variants: Ardraa
Sibling names for Ardra
Names that share Ardra's style, for a brother or sister.
