Adira
Fact sheet
- Name
- Adira
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Adira is the feminine variant of the Hebrew name Adir and carries the meaning 'the Mighty' or 'the Strong,' derived from the Hebrew word 'adír (אַדִּיר),' which means 'mighty' or 'strong.'
What does the name Adira mean?
Adira represents the feminine form of the Hebrew name Adir and means 'the Mighty' or 'the Strong,' derived from the Hebrew term 'adír (אַדִּיר)' for 'mighty, strong.'
Where does the name Adira come from?
Adira is a feminine name of ancient Hebrew origin and means 'the Mighty' or 'the Strong.' The ancient Hebrew word 'adír (אַדִּיר)' stands for mighty or strong. The languages in which this name is common include Hebrew, Israeli, and Jewish.
How do you pronounce Adira?
The sound and pronunciation of Adira are fluid and three syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'A-DI-ra' [aˈdiːʁa], with the emphasis on the middle syllable. The long 'I' sound gives the name brightness, while the open '-ra' gently fades away. This makes Adira harmonious and expressive – feminine, clear, and melodious.
Popularity
In Germany, Adira is a common name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female names. Its best ranking was in 2022 at 2,000th place. Over the last ten years, Adira has been given as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,879th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,776th.
Nicknames & pet names
Addi / Adi / Dira
Similar first names
Famous people
- Adira Ohanian (daughter of US tennis star Serena Williams)
- Adira Tyree (centaur dancer in the series 'Babylon 5')
Frequently asked questions about the name Adira
What does the name Adira mean?
Adira is the feminine form of the Hebrew name Adir and means 'the Mighty' or 'the Strong,' derived from the Hebrew word 'adír' for 'mighty' or 'strong.'
Where does the name Adira come from?
Adira has its roots in ancient Hebrew and is common in the languages Hebrew, Israeli, and Jewish.
How popular is the name Adira?
The popularity of the name Adira varies, but it has particularly increased in recent years in modern name lists and among parents looking for unique and powerful names.