Ida
i-da
US Popularity:2249
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Hardworking
Ida is a feminine name of German and Greek origin, meaning "hardworking." In terms of Greek mythology, the name Ida holds much importance. Mount Ida of Crete is said to be the birthplace of Zeus. It was here that the future king of the Gods was nurtured by nymphs before overthrowing the Titans and bringing in a new generation of the Gods. Unlike most myths, Mount Ida is indeed a real place and somewhere tourists can visit as they walk through the ancient Idaean Cave. If you’re a fan of Greek myth and want your child’s name to have an awesome storyline, Ida is a fantastic choice!
Famous People Named Ida
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Ida B. WellsCivil Rights Activist
How Popular Is The Name Ida?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ida is currently #826 on The Bump
Girl:Ida is currently #604 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ida is currently #2249 in U.S. births
Girl:Ida is currently #1201 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1201
in 2023
- 96
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lanksy, pg. 155
Behind the Name, Ida December 2022
Ancestry, Ida Family History
Name Doctor, Ida
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