Ada Jeffers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ada Jeffers — first daughter
88K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ada Jeffers is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Ada is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Ada is a mostly feminine given name with the exception of the Turkish name being unisex (approximately 38.3% of individuals named Ada in Turkey are male). One origin is the Germanic element "adel-" meaning "nobility", for example as part of the names Adelaide and Adeline. The name can also trace to a Hebrew origin, sometimes spelled Adah עָדָה, meaning "adornment". Ada means "first daughter" among the Igbo People. Its equivalent for "first son" in the same clan is Tahitii and Okpara across all Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria. The Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa. The surname Jeffers: Alexis Jeffers (born 1968), St. Kitts and Nevis politician Anne Burton Jeffers (1851–1946), American librarian Audrey Jeffers (1898–1968), Trinidadian social worker and politician Brent Jeffers, American football coach Christopher Jeffers (born 1988), English actor and dancer Ed Jeffers (1921–2010), American football player Francis Jeffers (born 1981), English football player Grace Jeffers (born 1967), American writer and artist Hamilton Jeffers (1893–1976), American astronomer Henry W. Ada is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 88K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ada reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ada

Meaning: first daughter

Hebrew

Ada is a mostly feminine given name with the exception of the Turkish name being unisex (approximately 38.3% of individuals named Ada in Turkey are male). One origin is the Germanic element "adel-" meaning "nobility", for example as part of the names Adelaide and Adeline. The name can also trace to a Hebrew origin, sometimes spelled Adah עָדָה, meaning "adornment". Ada means "first daughter" among the Igbo People. Its equivalent for "first son" in the same clan is Tahitii and Okpara across all Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria. The Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa.

Surname: Jeffers

English

Alexis Jeffers (born 1968), St. Kitts and Nevis politician Anne Burton Jeffers (1851–1946), American librarian Audrey Jeffers (1898–1968), Trinidadian social worker and politician Brent Jeffers, American football coach Christopher Jeffers (born 1988), English actor and dancer Ed Jeffers (1921–2010), American football player Francis Jeffers (born 1981), English football player Grace Jeffers (born 1967), American writer and artist Hamilton Jeffers (1893–1976), American astronomer Henry W.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ada is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ada by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ada Jeffers

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ada Jeffers:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ada?
The first name Ada originates from Hebrew. Ada is a mostly feminine given name with the exception of the Turkish name being unisex (approximately 38.3% of individuals named Ada in Turkey are male). One origin is the Germanic element "adel-" meaning "nobility", for example as part of the names Adelaide and Adeline. The name can also trace to a Hebrew origin, sometimes spelled Adah עָדָה, meaning "adornment". Ada means "first daughter" among the Igbo People. Its equivalent for "first son" in the same clan is Tahitii and Okpara across all Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria. The Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa.
When was Ada most popular?
The name Ada reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Jeffers?
The surname Jeffers originates from English. Alexis Jeffers (born 1968), St. Kitts and Nevis politician Anne Burton Jeffers (1851–1946), American librarian Audrey Jeffers (1898–1968), Trinidadian social worker and politician Brent Jeffers, American football coach Christopher Jeffers (born 1988), English actor and dancer Ed Jeffers (1921–2010), American football player Francis Jeffers (born 1981), English football player Grace Jeffers (born 1967), American writer and artist Hamilton Jeffers (1893–1976), American astronomer Henry W.
What are the origins of the name Ada Jeffers?
The name Ada Jeffers combines two different traditions: the first name Ada has Hebrew roots, while the surname Jeffers originates from English.
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