Nidia
Nidia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Derived from the Latin word 'nidus', meaning 'nest', suggesting warmth and refuge.
Origin and history
Nidia is a feminine name popularized in literature, notably related to the name Nydia created by Edward Bulwer-Lytton for his 1834 novel 'The Last Days of Pompeii'. Etymologically linked to the Latin word for 'nest', it has also been used in Spanish-speaking cultures. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice.
Popularity in the United States
2,756 babies in the United States have been named Nidia since 1880. It ranks #3370 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2024.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.5 %)
- TX (37.4 %)
- NY (16.4 %)
- AZ (2 %)
- IL (1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 12 |
| 1950-1960 | 177 |
| 1960-1970 | 266 |
| 1970-1980 | 419 |
| 1980-1990 | 580 |
| 1990-2000 | 604 |
| 2000-2010 | 463 |
| 2010-2019 | 158 |
| 2020-2029 | 77 |
Famous people named Nidia
- Nidia Caro: Singer, Actress
Fun facts
- The literary form Nydia was popularized by Lord Bulwer-Lytton in his famous 1834 novel 'The Last Days of Pompeii'.
- The name connects to the Latin word 'nidus', which is the root for the English word 'niche'.