Iida
Finnish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Iida
Iida is a Finnish given name derived from the Germanic name Ida, which likely originates from the Proto-Germanic root *īd- meaning "work" or "labor," though some sources connect it to an element meaning "wide" or "broad." The name is primarily used in Finnish and Scandinavian cultures, with historical usage dating back to medieval times in Northern Europe, particularly among Germanic and Finnish populations.
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Etymology
Iida is a Finnish given name derived from the Germanic name Ida, which likely originates from the Proto-Germanic root *īd- meaning "work" or "labor," though some sources connect it to an element meaning "wide" or "broad." The name is primarily used in Finnish and Scandinavian cultures, with historical usage dating back to medieval times in Northern Europe, particularly among Germanic and Finnish populations.
Iida currently ranks #47 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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