Nadia

Nadia as a name

Nadia is a female given name of Slavic origin. It is derived from the Slavic word “nadya”, which means “hope” or “expectation”. The name has been used in various countries and cultures, including Russia, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and other Slavic-speaking regions.

The name Nadia has become increasingly popular in the Western world since the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used as a name for fictional characters in various books, movies, and TV shows. Notable people with the name Nadia include Nadia Comăneci, a Romanian gymnast who won several Olympic medals, and Nadia Bjorlin, an American actress and singer.