Ida Langdon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ida Langdon — Germanic
183K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ida Langdon is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Ida is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Ida is a feminine given name found in Europe and North America. It is popular in Scandinavian countries, where it is pronounced Ee-da. The name has an ancient Germanic etymology, according to which it means ‘industrious’ or ‘prosperous’. It derives from the Germanic root id, meaning "labor, work" (also found in "Iði"). Alternatively, it may be related to the name of the Old Norse goddess Iðunn. Ida also occurs as an anglicisation of the Irish feminine given name Íde. Ida is a currently popular name in the Nordic countries and is among the top 20 names given to girls born in 2019 in Denmark. The surname Langdon: Charles C. Langdon, American politician Chauncey Langdon (1763–1830), American politician, lawyer and judge Craig Langdon (born 1957), Australian politician Darren Langdon (born 1971), Canadian former National Hockey League player David Langdon (1914–2011), English cartoonist Elisha Bassett Langdon (1827–1867), American brevet brigadier general and Ohio state representative Emma F. Langdon (1875–1937), American union activist Genevieve Langdon, British explosives expert George C. Ida is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 183K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ida reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ida

Germanic

Ida is a feminine given name found in Europe and North America. It is popular in Scandinavian countries, where it is pronounced Ee-da. The name has an ancient Germanic etymology, according to which it means ‘industrious’ or ‘prosperous’. It derives from the Germanic root id, meaning "labor, work" (also found in "Iði"). Alternatively, it may be related to the name of the Old Norse goddess Iðunn. Ida also occurs as an anglicisation of the Irish feminine given name Íde. Ida is a currently popular name in the Nordic countries and is among the top 20 names given to girls born in 2019 in Denmark.

Surname: Langdon

English

Charles C. Langdon, American politician Chauncey Langdon (1763–1830), American politician, lawyer and judge Craig Langdon (born 1957), Australian politician Darren Langdon (born 1971), Canadian former National Hockey League player David Langdon (1914–2011), English cartoonist Elisha Bassett Langdon (1827–1867), American brevet brigadier general and Ohio state representative Emma F. Langdon (1875–1937), American union activist Genevieve Langdon, British explosives expert George C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ida is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ida by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ida Langdon

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ida Langdon:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ida?
The first name Ida originates from Germanic. Ida is a feminine given name found in Europe and North America. It is popular in Scandinavian countries, where it is pronounced Ee-da. The name has an ancient Germanic etymology, according to which it means ‘industrious’ or ‘prosperous’. It derives from the Germanic root id, meaning "labor, work" (also found in "Iði"). Alternatively, it may be related to the name of the Old Norse goddess Iðunn. Ida also occurs as an anglicisation of the Irish feminine given name Íde. Ida is a currently popular name in the Nordic countries and is among the top 20 names given to girls born in 2019 in Denmark.
When was Ida most popular?
The name Ida reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Langdon?
The surname Langdon originates from English. Charles C. Langdon, American politician Chauncey Langdon (1763–1830), American politician, lawyer and judge Craig Langdon (born 1957), Australian politician Darren Langdon (born 1971), Canadian former National Hockey League player David Langdon (1914–2011), English cartoonist Elisha Bassett Langdon (1827–1867), American brevet brigadier general and Ohio state representative Emma F. Langdon (1875–1937), American union activist Genevieve Langdon, British explosives expert George C.
What are the origins of the name Ida Langdon?
The name Ida Langdon combines two different traditions: the first name Ida has Germanic roots, while the surname Langdon originates from English.
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