Lida
Fact sheet
- Name
- Lida
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Lida is a female first name and represents a short form of Alida as well as other names ending in '-lida'. The name has its roots in the old German name Adelheid.
What does the name Lida mean?
Lida is a female first name that is used as a short form of Alida and similar names ending in '-lida'. Its origin lies in the traditional German name Adelheid. The meaning includes terms like 'the noble', 'the noble one', and 'of noble nature'. These roots are found in the Old High German components adal, which means 'noble', 'aristocratic', or 'of noble descent', and heit, which means 'the kind', 'the way', or 'the form'. Furthermore, Lida is regarded as a Russian short form of Lidia, which is derived from Lydia and means 'the one from Lydia'. This comes from the Ancient Greek Ludía (Λυδία), referring to the region of Lydia. The name is also a variant of Ludmilla, which means 'the one beloved by the people'. Here, the roots come from the Old Slavic elements ljudije (людиѥ) or ljudie (людиє) for 'the people' and milŭ (милъ) or mil (мил) for 'dear', 'pleasant', or 'grace'. Finally, Lida can also be understood as a diminutive of Khalida (Arabic), meaning 'The Immortal' or 'Eternity'.
How do you pronounce Lida?
The pronunciation of Lida is clear and consists of two syllables. In the German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Li-da' [ˈliːda]. The name begins with a long, bright 'i', which gives it a certain lightness. The open ending '-da' provides warmth and roundness. Lida sounds simple, friendly, and balanced – gentle yet present.
When is the name day of Lida?
Lida is celebrated on name days on January 3, February 5, and December 16.
Popularity
In Germany, Lida enjoys great popularity. The name currently ranks 1,740th in the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2010, when Lida reached 1,015th place. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 210 times, placing it 1,524th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,640th.
Nicknames & pet names
Lidi / Lido
Similar first names
Famous people
- Lida Abdul (Afghan artist)
- Lida Araqelyan (singer from Armenia)
- Lída Baarová (Czech actress)
- Lida Barrett (American mathematician)
- Lida Fleitmann Bloodgood (equestrian)
- Lida Husik (American musician)
- Lida Jonkman-Bond (Dutch singer)
- Lida Martinoli (dancer from Argentina)
- Lida Persili (painter from Italy)
- Lida Voorhees (American tennis player)
- Lida Winiewicz (Austrian writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Lida
What is the origin of the name Lida?
The name Lida combines Old Slavic and Old High German elements. It partially derives from Adelheid and means 'the noble'. It is also commonly used as a short form of Lidia, which means 'the one from Lydia'.
What does the first name Lida mean?
Lida means among other things 'the noble' and 'of noble nature'. Additionally, the name can be interpreted as a diminutive of Khalida, which means 'The Immortal'.
How popular is the name Lida?
Lida is a rather rare first name, particularly found in Eastern European countries as well as occasionally in Germany. Its popularity varies depending on the region and cultural background.