Alda
Alda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Old, wise, or elder.
Origin and history
Alda is a feminine name of Germanic origin, derived from the root element 'ald' meaning old or wise. It was moderately used in the United States during the early 20th century but has become quite rare in contemporary times. The name is also found in Italian and Icelandic cultures as a standalone given name.
Popularity in the United States
4,966 babies in the United States have been named Alda since 1880. It ranks #2477 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2095.
States where it is most popular
- PA (33.6 %)
- NC (15.1 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
- CA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 143 |
| 1890-1900 | 290 |
| 1900-1910 | 389 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,076 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,240 |
| 1930-1940 | 612 |
| 1940-1950 | 399 |
| 1950-1960 | 283 |
| 1960-1970 | 163 |
| 1970-1980 | 145 |
| 1980-1990 | 95 |
| 1990-2000 | 80 |
| 2000-2010 | 19 |
| 2010-2019 | 26 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Alda
- Alda Neves da Lomba do Espírito Santo: Poet, Politician
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Old High German root 'ald', which forms the basis for many traditional names such as Aldo and Aldous.
- In addition to its Germanic roots, Alda is an established female name in Iceland meaning 'wave'.