Declining since 2002.
Popularity of Neyda since 1956
Babies named Neyda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 29 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 173 |
| 2000s | 367 |
| 2010s | 61 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Neyda is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956. Its peak year came in 2002, after which it entered a steady decline. The name has never ranked among the top 1,000, making it a highly uncommon choice. Its origin is uncertain: it may be a creative variant of names like Nada or Neida, or simply a modern coinage. Neyda's trajectory mirrors that of many invented names that saw brief mid-century usage before fading. While the name did not concentrate in any particular state, its overall pattern suggests a sporadic, individualistic use rather than a regional tradition.
Neyda first appeared in U.S. records in 1956. It resembles names like Nada (a Slavic name meaning 'hope') or could be a respelling of Neida, though no clear derivation has been established. Its rise and fall in usage follow a pattern typical of invented or creative spellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ney
Sibling names for Neyda
Names that share Neyda's style, for a brother or sister.
