Ida
A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Ida at a glance
- Origin
- Germanic
- Pronunciation (IPA)
- /ˈaɪdə/
Etymology
Short form of obsolete names beginning with Germanic īd "work", used for both sexes in medieval England. It was revived in the 19th century, partly mistaken for a Greek name, for the Mount Ida of classical mythology.
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What does the name Ida mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages.