Adina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adina is a Hebrew name meaning 'delicate' or 'refined.' It traces its origins to the biblical figure Adin, showcasing traits of bravery and leadership. The name has evolved from Adin in Hebrew to Adina in Modern Hebrew. It is perceived as elegant and kind today, with notable individuals having borne the name.
The name Adina is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Adina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3404th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4170th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2375th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1217th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1466th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1819th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1568th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adina"
Pronunciation
/əˈdiːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Adina is derived from the Hebrew word 'adin,' which means 'delicate' or 'refined.' It has roots in the biblical context.
Meaning
delicate, refined
Language Evolution
Adin (Hebrew), Adina (Modern Hebrew)
Biblical Background
Adina is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as a figure associated with bravery and leadership.
Historical Usage
Adina gained popularity in the 20th century, especially among Jewish communities, and has since become a recognizable name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Adine, Adeen, Dina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Adina is viewed as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with qualities of kindness and gentleness.
Famous People
Adina Howard, an American R&B singer, Adina Porter, an American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adina"
"Adina" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3404th of 9107 | 128 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4170th of 9204 | 85 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2375th of 12526 | 421 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1217th of 19264 | 1,513 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1466th of 27321 | 1,594 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1819th of 35406 | 1,731 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1568th of 30306 | 1,685 |
Regional Popularity of "Adina" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Adina" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
94.25% 2099th/2227 |
54.16% 1316th/2430 |
- |
68.36% 1897th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.14% 1414th/2937 |
22.91% 798th/3483 |
47.90% 1685th/3518 |
28.64% 1158th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.09% 1846th/3685 |
17.01% 761st/4475 |
44.44% 2308th/5194 |
28.78% 1818th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.55% 2820th/4582 |
14.06% 726th/5164 |
41.69% 3049th/7313 |
28.61% 2135th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.71% 2379th/3984 |
14.22% 638th/4487 |
32.94% 2247th/6822 |
29.64% 1860th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.