Leida
Leida is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,264 in the US, popular nicknames include Lei, Ley, and Leiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Leida first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 418 babies have been named Leida in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Leida is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,264 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,264
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Leida
Leida is a girl name .
Leida is currently ranked #17,264 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Leida include Lei, Ley, and Leiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Leida include Leidy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis