Idamae

“hardworking”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10625US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

949All-time births

📅 Since 190100

How to pronounce Idamae

EYE·dum·AY

/ˈaɪ.dəm.ˈeɪ/ · stress on EYE · 3 syllables

“hardworking”

American origin · Girl name

What does Idamae mean and where does it come from?

Idamae is a relatively modern and unique name, potentially created in the United States as a combination of two prevalent names. The name Ida has Germanic roots, usually meaning 'hardworking' or 'diligent', while Mae may suggest brightness and springtime.

Cultural significance

Idamae has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of american.

Peak popularity

Reached #951 in 1917 — currently #10625 in the US.

🌿

How else can you spell Idamae?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Idamay

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Idamae?

Idamae works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Idamae Grace

How popular is Idamae right now?

Falling — down 654 spots — currently #10625 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1905–2023#10625 · Top 7.8%

1905

1910

1915

1920

1925

1930

1935

1940

1945

1950

1960

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10625	9	▼ down 654 · -10% births
2022	#9971	10	▲ up 6185 · +100% births
2021	#16156	5	▼ down 5938 · -44% births
2020	#10218	9	▼ down 4938 · +29% births
1960	#5280	7	▼ down 1217 · -12% births
1950	#4063	8	▲ up 89 · +33% births
1945	#4152	6	▼ down 1494 · -45% births
1940	#2658	11	▼ down 9
1935	#2649	11	▼ down 492 · -31% births
1930	#2157	16	▼ down 727 · -52% births
1925	#1430	33	▼ down 122 · -8% births
1920	#1308	36	▼ down 53 · +13% births
1915	#1255	32	▲ up 835 · +357% births
1910	#2090	7	▼ down 557 · -12% births
1905	#1533	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Idamae

Best Year1915Rank #1255

Peak Count36

Average Rank#5036

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1905 - 202315 years

The story of Idamae

Idamae entered American naming records in 1901 and has been in use for over 123 years. With 949 total births recorded, Idamae remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1533 in 1905, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10625 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Idamae in 1917:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Idamae by decade

Idamae peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	66
1910s	277
1920s ★	296
1930s	152
1940s	86
1950s	15
1960s	7
2000s	11
2010s	30
2020s	9

💎Idamae has only 949 total recorded births since 1901 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Idamae?

Common

IdaIdIdieIdyAmae

What names sound and feel like Idamae?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Idamae also consider these

Ilamae

American · A twist on

Idamay

American · A beloved name

Adamae

American · A beloved name

Islamae

American · A name combining

Inamae

Japan · eternal beauty

Lilamae

American · Little flower

Common questions about the name Idamae

What does the name Idamae mean?

Idamae means "American" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Idamae?

Idamae is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Idamae have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Idamae?

Idamae originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Idamae?

Idamae is a three-syllable name pronounced AY1 D AH0 M EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Idamae?

Idamae pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.