Hadara
A girl's name of Hebrew origin with 85 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Hadara is a three-syllable girl's name with a open, warm sound — a soft ending that crosses many language boundaries. With only 85 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Hadara ranks #8088 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Hadara is a girl's baby name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'beautiful,' 'adorned,' or 'glory.' In Hebrew, hadar refers to splendor and beauty — particularly the kind of beauty that carries dignity and grace. The name is used in Israeli and Jewish diaspora communities.
Hadara is rare and radiantly beautiful — a name that carries Hebrew elegance and the quiet confidence of a person who knows they are exactly enough.
EtymologyShow more
Hadara is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.
In the U.S., Hadara has been recorded as a girl's name since 2006, with 85 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Hadara has 11+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2006.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 32 | #9544 | — |
| 2010s | 35 | #13762 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 18 | #16192 | — |
The Story of Hadara
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2024, Hadara is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Hadara are most likely born between 2014 and 2024.
How rare is Hadara?
Only about 1 in every 276,923 babies born in 2024 was named Hadara — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2006, peaked in the 2010s with 35 births that decade, and continues to thrive.
Hadara by the numbers
- Would fill 2 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(11 years, 2006–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13 | #8088 |
| 2023 | 9 | #10598 |
| 2022 | 10 | #9946 |
| 2019 | 7 | #12923 |
| 2014 | 6 | #15277 |
| 2013 | 8 | #12400 |
| 2011 | 8 | #12575 |
| 2010 | 6 | #15635 |
| 2009 | 5 | #18296 |
| 2007 | 6 | #16183 |
| 2006 | 7 | #14096 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2006–2024