Holding steady.
Popularity of Idelle since 1895
Babies named Idelle per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1921, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Idelle's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 10 |
| 1900s | 86 |
| 1910s | 196 |
| 1920s | 194 |
| 1930s | 94 |
| 1940s | 71 |
| 1950s | 72 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 21 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Idelle is a rare feminine name that saw a brief period of use in the early 1900s. First recorded in 1895, it peaked in 1902 but never entered the top 1000, and has since become nearly extinct. Its trajectory has been stable, meaning it has not seen any revival in recent decades. The name's etymology is uncertain; it may derive from the Germanic Ida ('work') or the Old English Idel ('generous' or 'idle'). Lacking top state associations or famous bearers, Idelle remains a curiosity for parents drawn to turn-of-the-century names with a soft, vintage feel.
Idelle likely derives as a diminutive or variant of Ida, which comes from the Germanic element 'id' meaning 'work' or 'labor'. It may also be related to the Old English name Idel, meaning 'idle' or 'generous'. The name saw modest use in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, but has since become rare. Its exact lineage is uncertain, and multiple origins may contribute.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ida, Dell, Elle
Sibling names for Idelle
Names that share Idelle's style, for a brother or sister.
