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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: NEH-dah /ˈnɛdə/
Origin: Persian; Slavic
Meaning: Persian: 'voice'; Slavic: 'hope'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Neda has its roots in multiple linguistic traditions, primarily deriving from the Persian word "neda," which means "voice" or "call." This Persian origin reflects a rich cultural heritage, as the name has been used in various forms across different regions. The name also appears in Slavic languages, where it is sometimes associated with the word for "hope" or "gift." The transition of Neda into English can be traced through the influence of Persian literature and culture, particularly during the periods of trade and cultural exchange between the East and the West, which facilitated the introduction of many Persian names into the broader lexicon.
Historically, the name Neda has been borne by notable figures in literature and art, particularly in Persian poetry, where it often symbolizes beauty and the ethereal qualities of sound. In the 20th century, Neda gained further prominence due to its association with the tragic figure Neda Agha-Soltan, who became a symbol of the Iranian Green Movement after her death in 2009.
This event highlighted the name's resonance with themes of resistance and the quest for freedom, further embedding it in contemporary cultural narratives. Culturally, Neda carries significant weight in various traditions, often embodying ideals of beauty, hope, and the power of voice.
In some contexts, it is celebrated for its lyrical quality and is sometimes used in poetry and songs, enhancing its appeal across different cultures. The name's associations with both personal and collective identity contribute to its enduring presence in various societies, making it a name rich in meaning and historical significance.
Famous people named Neda
In this section, you will find notable people named Neda. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Neda who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Neda who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Neda Agha-Soltan is a symbol of the Iranian Green Movement best known for her death during protests in 2009.
Neda Ulaby is a journalist best known for her work with NPR and coverage of cultural issues.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Neda was first seen in the United States in 1889.
Neda has ranked as high as #1103 nationally, which occurred in 1987, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Neda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Neda is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Neda was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Neda (2023)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Neda.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 21 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1997 | 35 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1992 | 39 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1987 | 48 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1976 | 20 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1973 | 15 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1954 | 26 |
| 1953 | 30 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1950 | 28 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1944 | 18 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1928 | 17 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1889 | 5 |