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Aadya

Girl name · 7 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aadya: 7 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2022.

Aadya is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "first" or "primordial," and is often used as an epithet for the Hindu goddess Durga, symbolising the creative source of the universe. While rare in Scotland, the name appears in Indian culture — actress Aadya Jha, known for Bollywood films, and cricket commentator Aadya Sharma are recent bearers. There are no notable place connections, though the related name Adya appears as a given name in several cultures. Aadya is a modern variation of the more traditional Adya, and its rising international appeal reflects a broader trend of Sanskrit-derived names crossing cultural boundaries. For Scottish parents seeking a name rooted in ancient spirituality yet fresh and distinctive, Aadya offers a lyrical, meaningful choice.

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20224 babies
Latest (2024)
#7903 babies
Total births
7since 2022
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2022 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).