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Abid

From the Latin word 'providentia', meaning divine care or foresight. It describes a person who is a natural visionary and a steady, guiding light for others, often characterized by their wisdom and nurturing spirit.

Key Stats

Total births399
GenderMale (9% / 91%)
Peak year1997
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1997
Most recent2009
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Providence Kim (Classical Violist) · Providence Winter (Author of Historical Fiction) · Providence (Fictional organization leader in 'Generator Rex') · Providence (Titular character in the novel 'Providence' by Caroline Kepnes) · Providence (Central character in the novel 'Providence' by Max Barry)

Nicknames & Diminutives

ProviViviDency

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