Adora
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Adora is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Derived from the Latin word 'adorare', meaning 'to adore' or 'worship'.”. It currently ranks #2426 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.
What Adora Means
“Derived from the Latin word 'adorare', meaning 'to adore' or 'worship'.”
The Story of Adora
This name blossoms from the very act of loving, a word of adoration that has blossomed into a cherished name for your daughter.
Adora is a name that springs directly from the Latin verb 'adorare,' meaning 'to adore' or 'to worship.' It carries an intrinsic sense of deep affection and reverence. While not as ancient as some names, its roots are firmly planted in classical language, and it has steadily gained ground as a name evoking endearment and preciousness.
When you first consider 'Adora,' it sounds like a soft exhalation of pure affection. You can feel the sweetness of it, imagining yourself whispering it to your sleeping child, your heart swelling with adoration. Writing it on a birth announcement feels like placing a tiny, perfect jewel into the world, signifying how incredibly cherished she is.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#106 in 2021
Total Births
2,295
First Recorded
1916
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