Enid Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Enid is a Welsh name meaning 'soul' or 'life', derived from the word 'enaid'. The name has evolved through Old and Middle Welsh and maintains its form in Modern Welsh. Enid is often associated with traits of loyalty and virtue due to its literary connections. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 19th century, especially through literature. Variants include Ena and Enyde, and it is regarded as a classic name today, with notable bearers such as Enid Blyton.
The name Enid is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Enid has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Enid' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 494th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 661st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1098th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1826th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4131st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7832nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4762nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Enid' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Enid"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛnɪd/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Enid is derived from the Welsh word 'enaid', meaning 'soul' or 'life'. It was popularized by Alfred Lord Tennyson in his poem 'Idylls of the King', where Enid is a character associated with loyalty and virtue.
Meaning
soul, life
Language Evolution
Old Welsh: Enid, Middle Welsh: Enid, Modern Welsh: Enid
Historical Usage
The name Enid gained popularity in the late 19th century due to Tennyson's literary influence. It has remained in use since then, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Ena, Enyde
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Enid is perceived as vintage and classic. It carries connotations of grace and strength, often associated with literary and artistic backgrounds.
Famous People
Enid Blyton, a renowned British children's author, Enid R. H. Smith, an English writer and poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Enid"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Enid"
"Enid" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 494th of 9107 | 3,434 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 661st of 9204 | 2,105 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1098th of 12526 | 1,663 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1826th of 19264 | 806 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4131st of 27321 | 363 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7832nd of 35406 | 226 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4762nd of 30306 | 342 |
Regional Popularity of "Enid" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Enid" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
25.99% 368th/1416 |
28.50% 393rd/1379 |
43.07% 1019th/2366 |
25.31% 289th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
40.36% 624th/1546 |
25.90% 403rd/1556 |
68.59% 1614th/2353 |
39.75% 615th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
59.18% 1318th/2227 |
25.43% 618th/2430 |
65.72% 1875th/2853 |
58.85% 1633rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
73.24% 2151st/2937 |
27.25% 949th/3483 |
- |
53.07% 2146th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
46.26% 2070th/4475 |
- |
54.03% 3413th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
81.95% 5993rd/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
90.82% 5700th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Enid"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Enid" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.