UK girl's name
Ardita
The feminine Albanian name Ardita means "the ambitious, yearning, longing one.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2003. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ardita is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ardita popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2003 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4373, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2000 to 2003. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Ardita. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2004 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ardita ranked #4373 for girls in England and Wales in 2003, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 3 girls were registered as Ardita.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ardita as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4373
2003
Births in 2003
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Ardita mean?
The name Ardita is of Albanian origin, derived from the word "ardi" which means "bear" or "brave" in Albanian. This name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly after the establishment of the Albanian state in 1912.
Historically, the name Ardita has been associated with strength, courage, and resilience, reflecting the spirit of the Albanian people. It was often given to girls born during times of struggle or conflict, as a symbol of hope and determination.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ardita can be found in the 14th century Albanian epic poem "Këngët e Kreshnikëve" (Songs of the Kreshniks), where a female character named Ardita is depicted as a brave and fearless warrior.
Throughout the centuries, several notable women have borne the name Ardita, including Ardita Zissener (1850-1925), an Albanian writer and activist who played a significant role in promoting Albanian culture and language during the National Renaissance period. Another prominent figure was Ardita Dudushi (1926-2003), an Albanian actress and one of the pioneers of the Albanian theater.
In the realm of sports, Ardita Rexhepi (born 1986) is a Kosovar judoka who has represented Kosovo in several international competitions, including the Olympic Games. Ardita Çobani (born 1988) is an Albanian singer and songwriter known for her powerful vocals and contribution to the Albanian music scene.
Ardita Millaku (born 1983) is an Albanian-American artist and designer whose work has been exhibited in various galleries and museums around the world, showcasing the unique blend of her Albanian heritage and contemporary artistic expression.
These individuals, among others, have carried the name Ardita with pride and have left their mark in various fields, reflecting the strength and resilience associated with this name throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ardita over time
The chart below shows babies named Ardita registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2000 to 2003. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ardita, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2003, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ardita by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ardita was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4143 | 6 | 2 |
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- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Ardita: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ardita in the UK right now?
In 2003, Ardita was ranked #4373 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ardita most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 3 babies registered as Ardita in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ardita?
The feminine Albanian name Ardita means "the ambitious, yearning, longing one.".
How many people are called Ardita in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Ardita across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.