Ida is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #361 in 2015 with 131 recorded births. This places Ida in the top 5% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 185 births ranking #257. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 3,175.0%. In 2015, approximately 1 in every 2,351 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.