Nadja

Pronunciation: [ n-ADY-uh ]

Nadja is a girl baby name. Ranked #13,604 in the US, popular nicknames include Nad, Nay, and Nadie.

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Girl Name #13,604 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Nadja is a girl name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-ADY-uh.

Parents who love the name Nadja often also consider Clarie, Claudette, Sybella .

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Historical Record

Nadja first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.

Over 1,093 babies have been named Nadja in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Nadja is past its peak , currently ranked #13,604 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#13,604
Current Rank
Peaked 1996 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#13,604
Total SSA Count
9

Nicknames

Nad Nay Nadie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nadja

Is Nadja a boy or girl name?
Nadja is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Nadja?
Nadja is pronounced n-ADY-uh.
How popular is the name Nadja?
Nadja is currently ranked #13604 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nadja?
Common nicknames for Nadja include Nad, Nay, and Nadie.
Is Nadja a common or rare name?
Nadja is an uncommon name, ranked #13604 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Nadja?
Nadja pairs well with Clarie, Claudette, Sybella, Karl in style and sound.

About the Name Nadja

Nadja is a girl name .

Nadja is currently ranked #13,604 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nadja include Nad, Nay, and Nadie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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