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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Noble (or 'ornament, ' dual root)
- Origin
- Germanic or Hebrew (dual origin)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- AY-dah
Ada is pronounced AY-dah, and it has a bold, vintage feel that's stuck around for generations. You may have heard that Ada simply means 'noble' — but that's only half the story: the name traces to both Germanic and Hebrew roots, and the Hebrew side (Adah) points to 'ornament,' so there isn't just one accepted meaning behind it. It's a name with real history and a bit of an independent streak.
Meaning & Origin of Ada
Meaning: Noble (or 'ornament, ' dual root).
Origin: Germanic or Hebrew (dual origin).
A common claim: commonly said to simply mean 'noble' Actually: this only covers the Germanic root — Ada is equally traced to Hebrew Adah ('ornament'), so 'noble' isn't the only accepted meaning.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ada
AY-dahIPA /ˈeɪdə/
Popularity of Ada
Ada peaked in 1880, when it ranked #33 with 652 baby girls given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #193, with 1,563 girls given the name that year.
Names Like Ada
These names share Ada’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Ada mean?
Noble (or ‘ornament, ‘ dual root). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ada?
Ada is pronounced AY-dah (IPA: /ˈeɪdə/).
Is Ada a popular name right now?
Ada peaked at #33 in 1880 and is ranked #193 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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