Idola
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Idola
The name 'Idola' is a feminine given name derived from the Greek word *eidōlon* (εἴδωλον), meaning "image" or "phantom," and is often interpreted as "idol" or "vision." It is primarily used in Spanish and Basque cultures, with historical roots in medieval Spain, though it has no specific religious affiliation and is rare in modern usage.
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Etymology
The name 'Idola' is a feminine given name derived from the Greek word *eidōlon* (εἴδωλον), meaning "image" or "phantom," and is often interpreted as "idol" or "vision." It is primarily used in Spanish and Basque cultures, with historical roots in medieval Spain, though it has no specific religious affiliation and is rare in modern usage.
Idola currently ranks #4,496 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1918.
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