The nameBadis
Badis is a North African boy's name, rising in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Berber and Arabic
Meaning
Its meaning is debated. Badis is an old name of North Africa.
Origin
Berber and Arabic. It was borne by rulers of the Zirid dynasty in the Middle Ages.
History
The name also recalls Abdelhamid Ben Badis, a leading figure of Muslim reformism in Algeria. In France the name peaked in the late 2000s, notably in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. It is still given today.
Popularity of the name Badis
Badis in France
Badis was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 880 births over the decade, 40% of all recorded babies named Badis. Its rise began around 1986, and it peaked in 2012. Half of all babies named Badis in France were born before 2010, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 43 births a year on average, against 76 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Badis mean?
Its meaning is debated. Badis is an old name of North Africa.
What is the origin of the name Badis?
Berber and Arabic. It was borne by rulers of the Zirid dynasty in the Middle Ages.
Is Badis a girl's or a boy's name?
Badis is a boy's name.