Ida Olin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ida Olin — Germanic
183K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ida Olin 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 Olin: Olin () is both a surname and a given name. Surname Abram B. Olin (1808–1879), U.S. Representative from New York Antero Olin (born 1948), Finnish artist Bob Olin (1908–1956), American boxer Bob Olin (born 1966) American actor, director, producer Charles H. Olin (1867–1914), Canadian politician from the Northwest Territories and Alberta Dave Olin (born 1947), Democratic Farmer Labor Party, Minnesota House of Representatives Elisabeth Olin (1740–1828), Swedish opera singer Elizabeth Olin (born 1988), American actress Ferris Olin (born 1948), American feminist scholar Franklin W. 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: Olin

English

Olin () is both a surname and a given name. Surname Abram B. Olin (1808–1879), U.S. Representative from New York Antero Olin (born 1948), Finnish artist Bob Olin (1908–1956), American boxer Bob Olin (born 1966) American actor, director, producer Charles H. Olin (1867–1914), Canadian politician from the Northwest Territories and Alberta Dave Olin (born 1947), Democratic Farmer Labor Party, Minnesota House of Representatives Elisabeth Olin (1740–1828), Swedish opera singer Elizabeth Olin (born 1988), American actress Ferris Olin (born 1948), American feminist scholar Franklin W.

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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 Olin

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 Olin:

1
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Olin?
The surname Olin originates from English. Olin () is both a surname and a given name. Surname Abram B. Olin (1808–1879), U.S. Representative from New York Antero Olin (born 1948), Finnish artist Bob Olin (1908–1956), American boxer Bob Olin (born 1966) American actor, director, producer Charles H. Olin (1867–1914), Canadian politician from the Northwest Territories and Alberta Dave Olin (born 1947), Democratic Farmer Labor Party, Minnesota House of Representatives Elisabeth Olin (1740–1828), Swedish opera singer Elizabeth Olin (born 1988), American actress Ferris Olin (born 1948), American feminist scholar Franklin W.
What are the origins of the name Ida Olin?
The name Ida Olin combines two different traditions: the first name Ida has Germanic roots, while the surname Olin originates from English.
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