Nadia is a female name. Variations include Nadja, Nadya, Nadine, Nadiya, and Nadiia. Most variations of the name are derived from Arabic, Slavic languages, or both.

20 hours ago · The mystery surrounding the disappearance of Malaysian actress Nadia Kesuma came to a heartbreaking end after her daughter confirmed that the beloved star passed away due to a …

4 days ago · Nadia is actually a short form of Nadezhda, the name of Lenin's wife, though more Westerners will relate it to the familiar Natalya or Natasha. Nadia is also a traditional Arabic name, …

The name Nadia has its roots in Eastern Europe, specifically in the Slavic languages. It is derived from the Russian name Nadya, which is a diminutive form of the name Nadezhda, meaning “hope.”

Aug 5, 2025 · The name Nadia derives from the Russian name Nadezhda, which means “hope,” and is of Slavic heritage. The Old Church Slavonic word “naděje” signified “hope,” which is where the …

Dec 13, 2025 · Learn about the name Nadia including the meaning, gender, origin, popularity, and more.

23 hours ago · Malaysian actress Nadia Kesuma, who went missing upon arrival at King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah, was confirmed to have died of a heart attack.

Jan 4, 2026 · See the popularity of the baby name Nadia over time, plus its meaning, origin, common sibling names, and more in BabyCenter's Baby Names tool.

3 days ago · PETALING JAYA - Malaysian actress Nadia Kesuma has been reported missing after touching down at King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah. According to mStar, her friend and …

Jan 10, 2026 · The name Nadia is primarily a female name of Slavic origin that means Hope. Click through to find out more information about the name Nadia on BabyNames.com.