Ayda is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1043 in 2011 with 33 recorded births. This places Ayda in the top 14% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2020 with 344 births ranking #147. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 9,737 girls born was named Ayda. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Ayda is an Arabic name meaning returning or visitor. Its gentle sound and simple structure have helped it appeal beyond one language setting.
Behind the Name gives Ayda as an Arabic form, while also noting that in Turkey it is associated with the word for moon. For a clean main entry, the Arabic meaning is the most direct source-backed explanation.