Vada
How to say it: VAY-duh · /ˈveɪdə/
Vintage Americanized feminine name; possibly from Germanic roots or a variant of Weda/Veda. Exact etymology uncertain.
Vada was the 807th most popular girls’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 302 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 1900s, its births are up about 24% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #802 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among girls’ names, 2025 | #807 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 302 |
| Share of births | 1 in 10,977 |
| Peak decade | 1900s |
| Change over 10 years | +24% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #802 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
After nearly disappearing through the 1980s, Vada came back. Now close to its high in the 1900s, it looks set to keep rising.
What goes with it
Crisp at the start with a breathy finish, Vada feels vintage and lively. Etta shares its spirit.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Vada is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, German.
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