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Vaida

VY-dah · Possibly derived from Lithuanian 'vaidinti' meaning 'to call' or 'to name', or a feminine form of Vaidas.

2025 rank (girls)
#3,577
Babies named in 2025
42
Peak popularity
2015
2025 frequency
1 in 38,268 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2016

Declining since 2016, #3,577 for girls today.

Popularity of Vaida since 1926

Babies named Vaida per year in U.S. Social Security records.

377411119602000Most births 2015Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1920s5
1930s0
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s5
2000s88
2010s571
2020s255

Meaning & origin

Vaida is a distinctive Lithuanian name that has maintained a steady but low profile in the United States. First recorded in 1926, it saw its peak in popularity in 2015, though overall usage has remained modest. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2016, reflecting a shift away from less common names in recent years. According to the latest data from 2025, Vaida ranks 3,577 and has a 1-in-38,268 incidence among girls, indicating its rarity. Despite its low frequency, Vaida carries a melodic quality and cultural resonance for families with Lithuanian heritage. The name has not appeared in any top states, suggesting it is distributed evenly across the country without strong regional concentration.

Vaida is a Lithuanian name, likely related to the verb 'vaidinti' (to call or name) or a feminine form of Vaidas. It is also considered a variant of the name Vaide, which has similar roots. The name has been in use in Lithuania and among Lithuanian diaspora communities since the early 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Vaide

Sibling names for Vaida

Names that share Vaida's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Vaida mean?
Vaida is a Lithuanian name possibly derived from the verb 'vaidinti' meaning 'to call' or 'to name', or as a feminine form of Vaidas.
How popular is the name Vaida?
Vaida is relatively uncommon. According to recent data for 2025, it ranked 3,577 in the U.S., with about 1 in 38,268 girls given that name.
Is Vaida a boy or girl name?
Vaida is typically used as a girl's name.