Enid
Enid is a girl's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Soul, spirit, or purity.
Origin and history
Enid is a feminine given name of Welsh origin, traditionally associated with purity and soul. It gained widespread popularity in the 19th century through Arthurian legend revival, specifically Tennyson's Idulls of the King. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage in the early 20th century and remains a distinctive, classic choice today.
Popularity in the United States
9,234 babies in the United States have been named Enid since 1880. It ranks #1735 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1884.
States where it is most popular
- NY (38.4 %)
- CA (9.5 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- OH (5 %)
- PA (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 26 |
| 1890-1900 | 211 |
| 1900-1910 | 312 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,442 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,039 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,146 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,084 |
| 1950-1960 | 799 |
| 1960-1970 | 684 |
| 1970-1980 | 493 |
| 1980-1990 | 270 |
| 1990-2000 | 163 |
| 2000-2010 | 158 |
| 2010-2019 | 190 |
| 2020-2029 | 217 |
Famous people named Enid
- Enid Blyton: Author, Writer
- Enid Bagnold: Author, Playwright
Fun facts
- Enid appears as a central character embodying patience and loyalty in Arthurian romance and Welsh tradition.
- Alfred, Lord Tennyson popularized the name in Victorian times through his poetry collection Idylls of the King.