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Arabic

Nadia

نادية

Tender; dewy, in Arabic usage

Girl names

Meaning of Nadia

Tender; dewy, in Arabic usage

About the name Nadia

Nadia can be connected with dew or with tenderness in Arabic, depending on the vocalization and context. That is why references may give slightly different glosses.

At a glance

Usage
Girl names
Origin
Arabic
First Arabic letter
ن
Arabic letters
5
Pronunciation guide
NAA-dya
Other spellings
Nadiya

How to write and say Nadia

In Arabic
نادية
In Latin letters
Nadia

This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.

Why consider the name Nadia?

  • Its meaning can be explained while allowing for spelling and pronunciation differences across languages.
  • Check the Latin form used in your country before registration.

Sources & further reading

Wiktionary · نادية ↗

Questions about Nadia

What does Nadia mean?

Tender; dewy, in Arabic usage

How do you write Nadia in Arabic and Latin letters?

The forms shown here are نادية in Arabic and Nadia in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.

Are there other spellings of Nadia?

Our recorded alternatives are Nadiya. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.

How is Nadia pronounced?

Our approximate guide is NAA-dya. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.

What does Nadia mean?

Nadia can be connected with dew or with tenderness in Arabic, depending on the vocalization and context. That is why references may give slightly different glosses.