Leda

Leda, also known as Lēda (Λήδα), is a female first name that has its origins in Greek mythology.

What does the name Leda mean?

In Greek mythology, Leda is depicted as the queen of Sparta. The exact meaning of the name remains uncertain; however, it is sometimes associated with 'the fortunate.' This could also refer to the Latin term laetus, which means 'happy,' 'joyful,' 'cheerful,' and 'merry.' Leda is the wife of the Spartan king Tyndareos and became the mother of the beautiful Helena and Polydeuces after being seduced by Zeus, who transformed into a swan.

Where does the name Leda come from?

The name Leda has its roots in Ancient Greek and is translated as 'the fortunate.' The Latin root laetus stands for terms like happy, joyful, cheerful, and merry. The language of the name is Greek.

How do you pronounce Leda?

The sound and pronunciation of Leda convey a clear yet gentle note. In German pronunciation, the name is usually pronounced as 'LE-da' [ˈleːda], with the first syllable emphasized with a long 'E' sound, giving the name a bright and open quality. The open '-da' provides a soft, rounded finish. Leda thus conveys a simple and elegant impression - feminine, calm, and present, with a fine, timeless clarity.

When is the name day of Leda?

The name day for Leda is celebrated on February 5.

Popularity

In Germany, Leda is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th among the most popular female first names. The name reached its best ranking in 2013 at 2,584th place. Over the last ten years, Leda has been used as a first name about 60 times, placing it at 3,249th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,516th.

Similar first names

Ledo

Famous people

• Leda (Astronomy) (moon of the planet Jupiter)
• Leda (river) (tributary of the Ems)
• Leda Abati (Italian biathlete)
• Leda Battisti (singer from Italy)
• Leda Luss Luyken (Greek artist)
• Leda Mileva (Bulgarian writer)