Fedora

“gift” — Associated with 'Fedor

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14002US 2020

6Births / yr

↑Rising

250All-time births

📅 Since 189400

How to pronounce Fedora

fid·AW·ruh

/fɪd.ˈɔ.rə/ · stress on AW · 3 syllables

“gift”

Associated with 'Fedor · Italy origin

What does Fedora mean and where does it come from?

The name Fedora is of Italian and Russian origin. In Italian, it is a diminutive of 'Federica,' derived from the Germanic elements meaning 'peace' and 'power.' In Russia, the name is associated with 'Fedor,' which means 'God's gift' and also refers to someone who is a protector or defender. The name

Cultural significance

Fedora has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift.

Peak popularity

Reached #1675 in 1894 — currently #14002 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Fedora?

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

Fedora Grace

How popular is Fedora right now?

Rising fast — up 1136 spots — currently #14002 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1895–2020#14002 · Top 10%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#13391	6	▲ up 1136
2015	#14527	6	▼ down 1464 · -14% births
2005	#13063	7	▼ down 2551 · +40% births
1980	#10512	5	▼ down 5207 · -17% births
1955	#5305	6	▼ down 1165
1930	#4140	6	▲ up 949 · +20% births
1925	#5089	5	▼ down 1688 · -44% births
1920	#3401	9	▲ up 491 · +50% births
1915	#3892	6	▼ down 1804 · +20% births
1900	#2088	5	▼ down 332
1895	#1756	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Fedora

Best Year1900Rank #2088

Peak Count9

Average Rank#7541

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202010 years

The story of Fedora

Fedora has been a beloved American name for over 130 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1894. With 250 total births recorded, Fedora remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1756 in 1895, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13391 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Fedora in 1894:

Mary Anna Margaret Helen Elizabeth

Fedora by decade

Fedora peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	20
1900s	10
1910s	48
1920s ★	68
1930s	17
1950s	12
1960s	7
1970s	5
1980s	12
2000s	17
2010s	28
2020s	6

💎Fedora has only 250 total recorded births since 1894 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Fedora?

BULGARIAN

Todorka

ENGLISH

DoraDoreanDoreenDorettaDorindaDorineDorita

GERMAN

Theda

GREEK

Dora

What names sound and feel like Fedora?

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

Medora

Greece · Greek

Ledora

Slavic countries · Slavic

English · wealthy guardian

American · A variant of

How is Fedora written in other languages?

Федора

Russian

What are the boy versions of Fedora?

Tewodros AMHARIC Theodoros ANCIENT GREEK Theodorus ANCIENT GREEK Toros ARMENIAN Teodor BULGARIAN Todor BULGARIAN Teo CROATIAN Teodor CROATIAN Teodor CZECH Theodor CZECH Teodor DANISH Theodor DANISH Theo DUTCH Theodoor DUTCH Theodorus DUTCH Ted ENGLISH Teddy ENGLISH Theo ENGLISH Theodore ENGLISH Teuvo FINNISH Théo FRENCH Théodore FRENCH Tedore GEORGIAN Theodor GERMAN Theodoros GREEK Tivadar HUNGARIAN Tódor HUNGARIAN Teo ITALIAN Teodoro ITALIAN Teodors LATVIAN Thei LIMBURGISH Teodor MACEDONIAN Todor MACEDONIAN Toše MACEDONIAN Toshe MACEDONIAN Teodor NORWEGIAN Theodor NORWEGIAN Teodor POLISH Téo PORTUGUESE Teodoro PORTUGUESE Teodor ROMANIAN Theodor ROMANIAN Tudor ROMANIAN Fedor RUSSIAN Fedya RUSSIAN Feodor RUSSIAN Fyodor RUSSIAN Teodor SERBIAN Todor SERBIAN Teodor SLOVAK Teodor SLOVENE Teo SPANISH Teodoro SPANISH Teodor SWEDISH Theodor SWEDISH Fedir UKRAINIAN Doria ENGLISH Dorin ROMANIAN Dorina ROMANIAN

Common questions about the name Fedora

What does the name Fedora mean?

Fedora means "gift" — a name rooted in Italy 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 Fedora?

Fedora is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Fedora?

Fedora originates from Italy tradition. Italy 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 Fedora?

Fedora is a three-syllable name pronounced F IH0 D AO1 R AH0. 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 Fedora?

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