Nadiya

Nadiya is a feminine given name used in a variety of cultures and languages. Spelling variants include Nadia, Nadya, and Nadine. In Ukrainian, the form Nadiya (Надiя) is derived from a word meaning "hope." In other linguistic traditions, the spelling Nadiya or Nadia is common and may trace back to Arabic or other roots, with meanings that vary by language and culture.

The name is widely used in Ukraine and among Ukrainian-speaking communities, and it is also found in the Middle East, South Asia, and the diaspora of many countries. The transliteration into English has helped popularize the form in English-speaking countries, especially through media and literature. It is typically given to girls at birth.

Notable people with this spelling include Nadiya Hussain, born 1984, a British-Bangladeshi baker, author, and television presenter who won The Great British Bake Off in 2015. Another prominent bearer is Nadiya Savchenko, a Ukrainian former military pilot and politician who became a major international figure during the 2014–2016 period.

See also Nadia, Nadya, and Nadine for related given names.