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נדיה


Meaning of the name נדיה

Nadia is a gentle and hope-filled feminine name originating from the Slavic and Russian languages, derived from the name Nadezhda, meaning 'hope'. The name became particularly popular in the twentieth century when waves of immigration from Eastern Europe brought many names to various countries around the world. In Hebrew, the name Nadia carries a dual meaning - on one hand, it preserves the original meaning of hope and optimism, and on the other, it sounds close to the Hebrew root 'nadav' meaning generosity and willing giving. The name conveys a sense of warmth, humanity, and sensitivity, expressing aspiration for a better world. The name Nadia gained worldwide popularity primarily through famous figures who bore it, and it is especially common among Jewish communities from Eastern Europe who came to Israel during various immigration waves. The name combines the rich cultural heritage of Russian and Eastern European Jewry with modern Israeli identity. Women bearing the name Nadia are often perceived as having a strong yet simultaneously gentle character, combining determination with emotional sensitivity. The name expresses the desire to remain connected to one's roots while building a new identity in the homeland. In modern Hebrew culture, Nadia has become a name symbolizing a bridge between cultures - it contains within it European tradition alongside Israeli hope for a better future. The name carries values of faith, optimism, and inner strength to face challenges. It is particularly suitable for families wishing to preserve their cultural heritage while fully integrating into Israeli society. Nadia is a name that sounds modern and contemporary, yet simultaneously carries a rich history and deep meaning that connects to universal values of hope, love, and generosity of spirit.

The name נדיה with vowels

נָדְיָה

The name נדיה in English

Nadia | Nadya | Nadiya

נדיה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name נדיה considered international

No

Origin of the name נדיה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Nadia represents the Sephirah of Chesed (kindness) and giving. The meaning of hope connects to faith in tikkun olam (repairing the world) and the revelation of divine light. The name carries energy of spiritual optimism and the ability to see good even in difficult times, expressing the inner power to maintain faith and grant hope to others.

Gematria value for the name נדיה

69

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50

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4

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10

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5

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Numerology value for the name נדיה

6

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50

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4

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10

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69

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6

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9

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15

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1

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5

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6

Famous people named נדיה

Nadia Comăneci - Legendary Romanian gymnast, multiple Olympic gold medalist | Nadia Bjorlin - Canadian actress | Nadia Sawalha - British actress | Jameela Jamil - British actress and activist

Names similar to נדיה

Total times the name נדיה was registered

421 times

Graph of the name נדיה

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022

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