Holding steady.
Popularity of Loyda since 1937
Babies named Loyda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1955, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Loyda's real moment was 1968.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 25 |
| 1960s | 40 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Loyda is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1937. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, with its peak usage occurring in 1968, when it was given to a handful of baby girls. The name has been in steady but minimal use since then; the trajectory is stable, with only occasional births. Its origin is somewhat obscure: Loyda is most likely an Americanized variant of Loida, a Spanish diminutive of Belén (Bethlehem). The name was never concentrated in any particular state, and it remains an uncommon choice. For parents seeking a distinctive yet simple Spanish-adjacent name, Loyda offers a quiet, vintage feel with roots that extend to the biblical place name Bethlehem.
Loyda is most likely a variant spelling of Loida, which itself originated as a Spanish diminutive of Belén, the Spanish form of Bethlehem. Belén became used as a given name in honor of the biblical town, and Loida emerged as a short, affectionate form. The spelling 'Loyda' is a rare American adaptation that appeared in the early 20th century, possibly influenced by names like Lloyd or Floyd. It saw modest use in the United States between the 1930s and 1970s, with its peak popularity in 1968.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Loy, Lola
Variants: Loida
Sibling names for Loyda
Names that share Loyda's style, for a brother or sister.
