Nadja
Pronunciation: [ n-ADY-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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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 .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,604
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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Hebrew origin
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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, Naie, and Nadkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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