Ida Scheel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ida Scheel — Germanic
183K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ida Scheel 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 Scheel: Arnd Scheel, American mathematician Ellen Scheel, Norwegian football player Fritz Scheel (1852–1907), German-American orchestra conductor Georg Scheel, Norwegian barrister Günther Scheel (1921–1943), German Luftwaffe fighter pilot Gustav Adolf Scheel (1907–1979), German SS physician Herman Scheel (1859–1956), Norwegian jurist; chief justice of the Supreme Court Heinrich Scheel, German architect Janet Scheel, American physicist John Scheel, coiner of naturopathy Jørgen Jacob Scheel (1916–1989), Danish aristocrat, soldier and ichthyologist Karl Scheel (1866–1936), German physicist Mildred Scheel. 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: Scheel

English

Arnd Scheel, American mathematician Ellen Scheel, Norwegian football player Fritz Scheel (1852–1907), German-American orchestra conductor Georg Scheel, Norwegian barrister Günther Scheel (1921–1943), German Luftwaffe fighter pilot Gustav Adolf Scheel (1907–1979), German SS physician Herman Scheel (1859–1956), Norwegian jurist; chief justice of the Supreme Court Heinrich Scheel, German architect Janet Scheel, American physicist John Scheel, coiner of naturopathy Jørgen Jacob Scheel (1916–1989), Danish aristocrat, soldier and ichthyologist Karl Scheel (1866–1936), German physicist Mildred Scheel.

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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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Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Scheel?
The surname Scheel originates from English. Arnd Scheel, American mathematician Ellen Scheel, Norwegian football player Fritz Scheel (1852–1907), German-American orchestra conductor Georg Scheel, Norwegian barrister Günther Scheel (1921–1943), German Luftwaffe fighter pilot Gustav Adolf Scheel (1907–1979), German SS physician Herman Scheel (1859–1956), Norwegian jurist; chief justice of the Supreme Court Heinrich Scheel, German architect Janet Scheel, American physicist John Scheel, coiner of naturopathy Jørgen Jacob Scheel (1916–1989), Danish aristocrat, soldier and ichthyologist Karl Scheel (1866–1936), German physicist Mildred Scheel.
What are the origins of the name Ida Scheel?
The name Ida Scheel combines two different traditions: the first name Ida has Germanic roots, while the surname Scheel originates from English.
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