Lida
Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Lida
Lida is a diminutive form derived from Germanic roots meaning "battle maiden" or "noble," often traced back to names like Lidia or Isolde through Old High German elements.
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Etymology
Lida is a diminutive form derived from Germanic roots meaning "battle maiden" or "noble," often traced back to names like Lidia or Isolde through Old High German elements. The name is used across European cultures, particularly in Slavic, Germanic, and Romance-speaking regions, with historical prominence in medieval Europe and modern usage in Russian, Polish, and Spanish-speaking communities.
Lida currently ranks #9,217 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1918.
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