Ada
girl name#219 in 2025Ada entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #33 in 1880, ranks #219 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#219
rank today
#33
peak (1880)
1,401
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #44 |
| 1890s | #58 |
| 1900s | #79 |
| 1910s | #110 |
| 1920s | #158 |
| 1930s | #207 |
| 1940s | #297 |
| 1950s | #429 |
| 1960s | #577 |
| 1970s | #768 |
| 1980s | #965 |
| 1990s | #1143 |
| 2000s | #831 |
| 2010s | #380 |
| 2020s | #189 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ada has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 39,500 people named Ada are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ada alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ada in 2025?
- Ada ranks #219 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,401 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ada most popular?
- Ada peaked in 1880, reaching #33 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ada with classmates?
- Ada will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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