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Name Origin

Nadine is a feminine given name of French origin. It is a diminutive of the name Nadia, which itself comes from the Slavic word 'nada' meaning 'hope'.

frenchfemininehopediminutive

Famous People

Nadine Gordimer (1923-2014)

Writer, Activist

  • Nobel Prize in Literature (1991)
  • Booker Prize (1974 for 'The Conservationist')
  • Prominent anti-apartheid activist

Nadine Angerer (1982-)

Footballer

  • FIFA Women's World Cup Champion (2007)
  • UEFA Women's European Championship Winner (2009)
  • German National Team Goalkeeper for over a decade

Nadine Coyle (1985-)

Singer, Songwriter

  • Member of the pop group Girls Aloud
  • Successful solo career with top-charting singles