Declining since 2020, #1,452 for girls today.
Popularity of Vayda since 1993
Babies named Vayda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 19 |
| 2000s | 257 |
| 2010s | 1,461 |
| 2020s | 1,152 |
Meaning & origin
Vayda is a modern American name that first appeared on the Social Security Administration's records in 1993. It reached its peak popularity in 2021, when it was given to more babies than in any other year, but has since declined through 2025. As of 2025, it ranks 1452, with about 1 in 10,860 newborn girls receiving the name. Its use is concentrated in Midwestern states such as Iowa, Wisconsin, and Missouri. Vayda's origins are uncertain, and it is best understood as a contemporary coinage, possibly influenced by similar-sounding names like Vada or Vaeda. While it lacks a traditional etymology, its modern sound and simplicity have appealed to a small but consistent group of parents.
Vayda first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993, with a peak in popularity in 2021. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly derived from the surname Vada or inspired by the sound of names like Vayden and Jayda. Its use remains relatively rare, with a rank of 1452 in 2025.
Where Vayda is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Vayda” around the world
Where Vayda lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
6
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Vayda
Names that share Vayda's style, for a brother or sister.
