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Ida vs Edith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ida

Girl #1,143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"work, labor"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,143
Total SSA Count
211
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ida Rank #1,143
Edith Rank #528

Edith is more popular, ranked #528 vs #1143 for Ida.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ida or Edith more popular?

Edith is more popular, ranked #528 compared to Ida at #1143 in the United States.

What do Ida and Edith mean?

Ida means "work, labor" (Germanic origin). Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin).

Are Ida and Edith boy or girl names?

Ida is primarily a girl name. Edith is primarily a girl name.

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