Eider Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEYE-der / /ˈaɪ.dər/Old Norse; English
Meaning
Old Norse: waterbird; English: derived from a type of duck
Historical & Cultural Background
In Old Norse, 'eider' refers to a type of sea duck known for its down feathers, which were historically valued for insulation. In English, the name has been adopted to describe this bird, reflecting a connection to nature and wildlife.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eider was first seen in the United States in 2017. Eider has ranked as high as #1143 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Eider has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eider (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 31 | |
| TX | 28 | |
| NY | 20 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| GA | 14 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 31 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 59 |
| 2023 | 153 |
| 2024 | 217 |