Ida is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #987 in 2007 with 30 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 185 births ranking #257. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 650.0%. In 2007, approximately 1 in every 10,204 girls born was named Ida. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Ida is a compact vintage classic with a quietly sturdy feel. It sounds gentle, but its older roots are practical and resilient.
The name was once very widely used and now feels fresh again because of the return of short, antique girls' names. Its appeal lies in simplicity, strength, and old-fashioned clarity.