Dada Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dada Name at a Glance

Name	Dada
Meaning	Nigerian name meaning 'curly-haired child'.
Origin	African
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dada Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dada means “Nigerian name meaning 'curly-haired child”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dada Name Origin

Our database records Dada under African origin. Browse more African baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dada a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dada is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dada

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