Ida
girl name#1120 in 2025Ida entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #7 in 1880, ranks #1120 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1120
rank today
#7
peak (1880)
209
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #9 |
| 1890s | #22 |
| 1900s | #38 |
| 1910s | #51 |
| 1920s | #77 |
| 1930s | #120 |
| 1940s | #174 |
| 1950s | #275 |
| 1960s | #409 |
| 1970s | #604 |
| 1980s | #947 |
| 1990s | #1523 |
| 2000s | #2041 |
| 2010s | #1551 |
| 2020s | #1138 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ida has been most popular in CA, MN, NY.
Living bearers
About 37,500 people named Ida are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ida alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ida in 2025?
- Ida ranks #1120 among US girl names in 2025, with 209 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ida most popular?
- Ida peaked in 1880, reaching #7 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ida with classmates?
- Ida will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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