Adarah

“אֲדָרָה” — Represents a positive and aspirational quality

Hebrew origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#7245US 2023

15Births / yr

↑Rising

47All-time births

📅 Since 200800

How to pronounce Adarah

AY·dur·AH

/ˈeɪ.dər.ˈɑ/ · stress on AY · 3 syllables

“אֲדָרָה”

Represents a positive and aspirational quality · Hebrew origin

What does Adarah mean and where does it come from?

Adarah is derived from Hebrew, where it means 'noble' or 'exalted'. It represents a positive and aspirational quality. The name has seen limited use in the USA, often appealing to parents looking for names with spiritual or historical depth.

Cultural significance

Adarah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of אֲדָרָה.

Peak popularity

Reached #11171 in 2012 — currently #7245 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Adarah?

Adarah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Adarah Grace

How popular is Adarah right now?

Rising fast — up 6243 spots — currently #7245 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#7245 · Top 5.3%

2010

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7245	15	▲ up 6243 · +150% births
2021	#13488	6	▼ down 479 · -14% births
2020	#13009	7	▲ up 6130 · +40% births
2010	#19139	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Adarah

Best Year2023Rank #7245

Peak Count15

Average Rank#13220

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20234 years

The story of Adarah

Adarah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 47 total births recorded, Adarah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19139 in 2010 to #7245 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Adarah in 2012:

Sophia Emma Isabella Olivia Ava

Adarah by decade

Adarah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	11
2010s ★	29
2020s	7

💎Adarah has only 47 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Adarah?

Common

AdaAdAdieAdyArah

Famous people named Adarah

Adarah (historical community leader)

Adarah led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

Adarah (historical figure)

Adarah bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

👑

Celebrity Names

What celebrities named their babies in 2025

Explore →

What names sound and feel like Adarah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Adarah also consider these

Adayah

Hebrew · זאת המובילה, המנחה

Adorah

Hebrew · ornament, beauty

Adaiah

Hebrew · אֲדָיָה - 'adorned

Azarah

Hebrew · The name Azarah

Atarah

Hebrew · Hebrew

Adara

Hebrew · Noble or exalted

Hadarah

Hebrew · Hebrew

Adirah

Israel · noble, mighty

Common questions about the name Adarah

What does the name Adarah mean?

Adarah means "אֲדָרָה" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Adarah?

Adarah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Adarah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Adarah?

Adarah originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Adarah?

Adarah is a three-syllable name pronounced EY1 D AH0 R AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Adarah?

Adarah pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hebrew heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.