Holding steady.
Popularity of Glada since 1893
Babies named Glada per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Glada's real moment was 1897.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 14 |
| 1900s | 34 |
| 1910s | 124 |
| 1920s | 159 |
| 1930s | 116 |
| 1940s | 39 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Glada is a rare feminine name of Swedish and Norwegian origin, meaning 'happy' or 'joyous.' First recorded in the United States in 1893, it saw its highest usage in 1897, though even then it was uncommon. The name has remained stable in obscurity, never entering wide popularity. Its straightforward positive meaning and Scandinavian roots make it an outlier among names in the U.S., where it is rarely encountered. Because no top states are recorded, its use appears scattered. For parents seeking a genuinely distinctive name with a cheerful meaning, Glada offers a direct, cross-cultural appeal rooted in Northern European naming traditions.
Glada is a feminine name derived directly from the Swedish and Norwegian word 'glad,' meaning 'happy' or 'joyous.' It has been used as a given name in Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden and Norway, since the late 19th century. The name reflects a tradition of adopting positive attribute words as names, similar to the English name 'Joy.' Its usage has remained uncommon but has seen occasional revivals.
Sibling names for Glada
Names that share Glada's style, for a brother or sister.
