Leida

“derived from 'Leida', meaning joy”

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11677US 2020

8Births / yr

↓Falling

497All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Leida

luh·EYE·duh

/lə.ˈaɪ.də/ · stress on EYE · 3 syllables

“derived from 'Leida', meaning joy”

Spain origin · Girl name

What does Leida mean and where does it come from?

Leida is a name used in various cultures, including Spanish and Dutch. In Spanish, it can connote joy, suggesting a cheerful disposition. The name is popular in regions where Spanish and Dutch are spoken, reflecting cultural appreciation for names that denote positive emotions. Leida has been used h

Cultural significance

Leida has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'leida', meaning joy.

Peak popularity

Reached #1977 in 1912 — currently #11677 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Leida?

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

Leida Grace

How popular is Leida right now?

Falling — down 1135 spots — currently #11677 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2020#11677 · Top 8.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#11066	8	▼ down 1135 · -11% births
2000	#9931	9	▼ down 1086
1995	#8845	9	▼ down 3242 · -25% births
1980	#5603	12	▲ up 1677 · +71% births
1975	#7280	7	▼ down 2976 · -46% births
1970	#4304	13	▼ down 501 · +8% births
1965	#3803	12	▲ up 2043 · +100% births
1960	#5846	6	▼ down 979 · -14% births
1955	#4867	7	▲ up 661 · +40% births
1950	#5528	5	▼ down 298
1920	#5230	5	▼ down 1205 · -17% births
1915	#4025	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Leida

Best Year1965Rank #3803

Peak Count13

Average Rank#6361

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202012 years

The story of Leida

Leida entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 497 total births recorded, Leida remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4025 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11066 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Leida in 1912:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Leida by decade

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

Decade	Births
1910s	35
1920s	18
1930s	10
1940s	16
1950s	64
1960s	77
1970s ★	89
1980s	60
1990s	53
2000s	50
2010s	17
2020s	8

💎Leida has only 497 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Leida?

Common

LeiLeidLeidieLeidy

What names sound and feel like Leida?

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

Leira

Spain · a form of

Leyda

Spain · A variant form

China · Great grandeur

Jeida

Spanish · female form of

Deida

English · Dedicated.

Common questions about the name Leida

What does the name Leida mean?

Leida means "derived from 'Leida', meaning joy" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Leida?

Leida is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Leida?

Leida originates from Spain tradition. Spain 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 Leida?

Leida is a three-syllable name pronounced L AH0 AY1 D AH0. 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 Leida?

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