Auda
A feminine Arabic name meaning "she who returns".
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Auda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Auda today is around 91 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Auda births was 1916 (15 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Auda. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Auda is about 91 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Audas were born before 1945.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Auda. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1916
15 babies that year
Average age
91
years old
1943 SSA rank
#4,232
Tracked since 1887
Popularity
Auda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Auda from the 1880s through to the 1940s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 89 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1910s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Auda by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Auda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Audas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Auda
The name Auda is believed to have its origins in the Arabic language, likely deriving from the word "awda," which means "return" or "to come back." It's a relatively rare name, primarily found in the Middle East and regions with strong cultural and linguistic ties to the Arabic world.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Auda can be traced back to the 7th century, when an Arab military commander and companion of the Prophet Muhammad bore this name. Auda ibn Hatim al-Tai was a prominent figure during the early days of Islam, known for his bravery and loyalty to the nascent Muslim community.
In the 10th century, Auda al-Baghdadi was a renowned poet and literary figure from Baghdad, Iraq. His works were widely celebrated and influential during the golden age of Arabic literature, contributing to the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Moving forward in history, Auda Pasha al-Misri was an Egyptian military commander and political leader who played a significant role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire during World War I. Born in 1873, he worked closely with British officer T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) and was instrumental in organizing and leading the Arab forces in their fight for independence.
Another notable figure bearing the name Auda was Auda Abu Tayeh, a Bedouin tribal leader from the early 20th century. Born in 1891 in what is now Jordan, he was a prominent figure in the Arab Revolt and a close ally of Prince Faisal bin Al-Hussein, the future king of Iraq.
In more recent times, Auda Abu Rahmah was a Palestinian activist and leader of the non-violent resistance movement against the Israeli occupation. Born in 1939, he dedicated his life to advocating for Palestinian rights through peaceful means and was a prominent figure in the struggle for independence.
While the name Auda has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended geographical boundaries and found its way into various communities around the world, albeit in a more limited capacity. The name carries a sense of resilience, determination, and a connection to the rich history and traditions of the Arab world.
People
Auda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Auda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Auda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Auda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Auda going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Auda a common name?
We classify Auda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 239 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Auda most popular?
The single biggest year for Auda was 1916, when 15 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Auda is about 91 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Auda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Auda in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.