A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Idania since 1971
Babies named Idania per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2000, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Idania's real moment was 1977.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 79 |
| 1980s | 92 |
| 1990s | 122 |
| 2000s | 196 |
| 2010s | 70 |
| 2020s | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Idania first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971, marking it as a modern coinage rather than a name with deep historical roots. It reached its peak rank of 7,491 in 2025, a relatively high position for such a rare name, though its one-in-114,805 rarity means it remains uncommon. The name has been rising in usage since 2016, suggesting growing interest. Idania has no strong ties to any particular state or region, and its sparse top-states list indicates it is distributed widely but thinly. Its origins are unclear, but it may be a creative elaboration of Idan or Idalia, giving it a lyrical, feminine sound that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet melodic name. As a modern invention, Idania carries no heavy cultural or historical baggage, allowing it to feel fresh and personal.
Idania is a modern name with unclear origins. It may be a feminine elaboration of the Hebrew name Idan, meaning "era" or "period," or a variant of Greek-derived Idalia, associated with the sun. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1971, suggesting it is a coinage from the late 20th century. It has remained relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ida, Dani, Ani
Variants: Idalia, Idana
Sibling names for Idania
Names that share Idania's style, for a brother or sister.
