Holding steady.
Popularity of Leida since 1912
Babies named Leida per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1976, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Leida's real moment was 1912.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 35 |
| 1920s | 18 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 16 |
| 1950s | 64 |
| 1960s | 77 |
| 1970s | 89 |
| 1980s | 60 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 50 |
| 2010s | 17 |
| 2020s | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Leida is a rare given name in the United States, with its first recorded use in 1912 and peak popularity that same year, though it never reached a high rank. The name has maintained a stable trajectory over the decades, indicating infrequent but consistent usage. Its etymology is uncertain, with possible connections to the Greek name Leda or the Old Norse name Leifr. As a short, melodic name with an international feel, Leida appeals to parents seeking a distinctive but simple name for their daughter. Despite its obscurity, it has appeared in some baby name records, suggesting a niche but enduring presence.
Leida is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern English variant of the Greek name Leda, meaning 'lady' or 'woman', or possibly a feminine form of the Old Norse name Leifr, meaning 'descendant' or 'heir'. It has been used sparingly in the United States since the early 20th century, with its peak recorded in 1912 at five births per million. The name has maintained a stable, low-level presence since then.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lei, Leda
Sibling names for Leida
Names that share Leida's style, for a brother or sister.
