Elda
Elda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Old, wise, or battle/warrior.
Origin and history
Elda is a name of Germanic origin, traditionally understood to mean 'old' or 'warrior'. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the early 20th century in the United States and remains a rare, vintage choice today. Its melodic sound gives it a classic, understated charm.
Popularity in the United States
8,970 babies in the United States have been named Elda since 1880. It ranks #1759 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2011.
States where it is most popular
- TX (24.6 %)
- PA (13.3 %)
- CA (10.2 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
- WI (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 148 |
| 1890-1900 | 376 |
| 1900-1910 | 558 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,791 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,934 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,019 |
| 1940-1950 | 673 |
| 1950-1960 | 565 |
| 1960-1970 | 480 |
| 1970-1980 | 370 |
| 1980-1990 | 279 |
| 1990-2000 | 302 |
| 2000-2010 | 230 |
| 2010-2019 | 155 |
| 2020-2029 | 90 |
Famous people named Elda
- Elda Emma Anderson: physicist, researcher
Fun facts
- Elda was most common in the early 1900s, reflecting a broader trend of short, vowel-ended feminine names from that era.
- Besides its Germanic origin, Elda is also recognized in Italian-speaking regions as a variant of Hilda.