Vida Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Vida has Persian roots, meaning 'life' or 'alive.' It has evolved through various languages and retains its connotation of vitality. While it lacks biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in contemporary culture, often viewed positively. Notable individuals with this name include Vida Blue and Vida Guerra.
The name Vida is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vida has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Vida' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6253rd out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 465th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 742nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1194th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2296th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4649th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2594th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1219th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vida' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vida"
Pronunciation
/ˈviːdə/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Vida originates from the Persian word 'vida,' which means 'life' or 'alive.' It is often associated with vitality and vibrancy.
Meaning
life, alive
Language Evolution
Vida (Persian), Vita (Latin), Vidas (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name Vida has been used in various cultures and gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Persian-speaking communities and among those who appreciate its meaning and sound.
Variants & Derivatives
Vita, Vidas, Vidy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Vida is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with positive attributes such as vitality and energy.
Famous People
Vida Blue, an American former professional baseball player, Vida Guerra, a Cuban-American model and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vida"
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 "Vida"
"Vida" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6253rd of 10718 | 38 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 465th of 9107 | 3,780 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 742nd of 9204 | 1,707 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1194th of 12526 | 1,422 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2296th of 19264 | 569 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4649th of 27321 | 307 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2594th of 35406 | 1,031 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1219th of 30306 | 2,402 |
Regional Popularity of "Vida" 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 "Vida" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
32.91% 466th/1416 |
43.51% 600th/1379 |
18.64% 441st/2366 |
55.25% 631st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
50.91% 787th/1546 |
59.25% 922nd/1556 |
28.43% 669th/2353 |
64.51% 998th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.66% 1106th/2227 |
52.39% 1273rd/2430 |
49.74% 1419th/2853 |
46.23% 1283rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
71.50% 2100th/2937 |
72.35% 2520th/3483 |
93.83% 3301st/3518 |
46.17% 1867th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
57.23% 3615th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
69.71% 3194th/4582 |
47.15% 2435th/5164 |
33.28% 2434th/7313 |
22.94% 1712th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.17% 1680th/3984 |
28.59% 1283rd/4487 |
20.82% 1420th/6822 |
12.64% 793rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vida"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vida" 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.