UK girl's name
Lada
A Russian feminine name derived from the word "lada", meaning harmony or grace.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lada is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lada popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2010 to 2024. 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 Lada. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lada ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 girls were registered as Lada.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lada as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Lada mean?
The name Lada has its origins in the Slavic languages, particularly Russian and Ukrainian. It is derived from the Proto-Slavic root "lad-", which means "beloved" or "dear". The name can be traced back to the early medieval period, when it was used among Slavic communities in Eastern Europe.
In Russian folklore and mythology, Lada was the name of the goddess of love, beauty, and spring. She was celebrated during the arrival of spring and was associated with fertility and renewal. The name was likely given to children as a way to honor the goddess and invoke her blessings.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lada can be found in the Primary Chronicle, a historical text written in the 12th century. It mentions a Slavic prince named Lada who ruled in the area of present-day Belarus during the 9th century.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Lada. For example, Lada Niokolayevna Kozhen (1891-1976) was a Russian ballerina and choreographer who performed with the Bolshoi Ballet in the early 20th century. Lada Ivanovna Vydrina (1902-1992) was a Soviet mathematician and educator who made significant contributions to the field of number theory.
In the realm of literature, Lada Chichkina (1909-1981) was a Russian poet and writer known for her works depicting life in the Soviet Union. Lada Markelov (1914-1972) was a Bulgarian poet and translator who played a significant role in introducing modern Russian poetry to Bulgarian audiences.
Another noteworthy figure was Lada Simonovic (1925-2001), a Serbian actress and director who was a prominent figure in Yugoslav cinema during the mid-20th century. Her performances in films such as "The Birch Tree" and "Innocence Unprotected" earned her critical acclaim.
While the name Lada has its roots in Slavic cultures, it has also been adopted in other parts of the world, particularly in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet republics. However, its historical significance and associations with Slavic mythology and folklore remain an integral part of its cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lada over time
The chart below shows babies named Lada registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lada, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lada by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lada 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5891 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5707 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Lada
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Lada: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lada in the UK right now?
In 2024, Lada was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Lada most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Lada in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lada?
A Russian feminine name derived from the word "lada", meaning harmony or grace.
How many people are called Lada in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Lada 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.