Lida Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lida originates from Slavic roots, meaning 'people' or 'folk'. It has evolved from the ancient Greek name Lydia, representing a historical connection to a region in Anatolia. The name is primarily recognized for its feminine traits and gained popularity in the 19th century. It has no direct biblical relevance. Variants include Lydia and Lidka, and it currently holds a moderate yet favorable perception in modern contexts.
The name Lida is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. 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, Lida 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, 'Lida' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 689th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1022nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1791st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3457th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5591st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8070th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8970th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lida' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lida"
Pronunciation
/ˈliːdə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Lida is derived from the Slavic word 'lyd', which means 'people' or 'folk'. It is often associated with the name 'Lydia', a region in ancient Anatolia.
Meaning
people, folk
Language Evolution
Lydia (Greek), Lida (Slavic), Lida (Modern)
Historical Usage
Lida gained popularity in Slavic regions during the 19th century, particularly in countries like Poland and Russia, as a feminine form of names derived from 'Lydia'.
Variants & Derivatives
Lydia, Lidka, Lidija
Modern Popularity & Image
Lida is perceived as a classic yet modern name, often associated with grace and simplicity. It enjoys moderate popularity in various countries.
Famous People
Lida Huynh, Vietnamese-American artist, Lida Baker, American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lida"
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 "Lida"
"Lida" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 689th of 9107 | 1,988 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1022nd of 9204 | 942 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1791st of 12526 | 672 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3457th of 19264 | 302 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5591st of 27321 | 236 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8070th of 35406 | 217 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8970th of 30306 | 140 |
Regional Popularity of "Lida" 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 "Lida" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
56.92% 806th/1416 |
52.79% 728th/1379 |
30.26% 716th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
66.95% 1035th/1546 |
69.34% 1079th/1556 |
50.57% 1190th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
64.36% 1564th/2430 |
76.38% 2179th/2853 |
67.60% 1876th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
83.08% 5248th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lida"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lida" 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.