Idella Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Idella is a name of Latin origin, derived from 'Ida', meaning diligent or industrious. It has evolved through historical forms and is perceived as vintage and charming today. There is no notable biblical relevance, and it gained popularity in the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Idella"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈdɛlə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Idella is derived from the Latin name 'Ida', which is believed to be of Germanic origin meaning 'industrious' or 'work'. The suffix '-ella' suggests a diminutive form, giving it a sense of endearment.
Meaning
diligent, industrious
Language Evolution
Ida, Idella
Historical Usage
Idella was used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, gaining popularity particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Ida, Della, Idell
Modern Popularity & Image
Idella is a rare name today, often associated with vintage charm and a sense of nostalgia.
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✨ Idella Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 168 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Idella"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Idella"
"Idella" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 551st of 9107 | 2,929 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 796th of 9204 | 1,486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1478th of 12526 | 934 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3958th of 19264 | 249 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9268th of 27321 | 109 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18096th of 35406 | 51 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10750th of 30306 | 105 |
Regional Popularity of "Idella" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Idella" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.28% 712th/1416 |
61.49% 848th/1379 |
17.96% 425th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
67.87% 1056th/1556 |
26.05% 613th/2353 |
94.96% 1469th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
81.69% 1985th/2430 |
38.38% 1095th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Idella"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Idella" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Idella" in the United States
The name Idella is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Idella has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Idella' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 551st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 796th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1478th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3958th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9268th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18096th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10750th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Idella' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.