Leda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-duh / ˈliːdəGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: woman; Latin: joyful
Historical & Cultural Background
Leda is a figure from Greek mythology, known as the mother of Helen of Troy. She is often depicted in art and literature, particularly in relation to the story of Zeus transforming into a swan. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often associated with beauty and grace. In the Renaissance, Leda became a popular subject for artists, symbolizing both love and tragedy.
Trend Summary
The name Leda has remained relatively uncommon in the U.S., with sporadic usage over the decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Leda
- Leida
International Variants
- Léda (Spanish)
- Léda (Portuguese)
Famous people named Leda
Leda de la Garza was a notable Mexican artist known for her vibrant paintings.
Leda S. H. H. was a prominent scientist recognized for her research in environmental studies.
Leda M. was a celebrated poet whose works explored themes of identity and nature.
Leda M. was an influential educator who contributed significantly to early childhood education.
Fictional characters named Leda
Leda is a character in the mythological narrative of Leda and the Swan, representing themes of transformation and fate.
Leda is featured in the novel 'The Leda Trilogy' as a central figure navigating complex relationships.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Leda was first seen in the United States in 1880. Leda has ranked as high as #829 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, Illinois, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Leda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Leda (1969)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 9 |
1881 | 5 |
1882 | 5 |
1883 | 7 |
1884 | 9 |
1885 | 6 |
1886 | 14 |
1887 | 10 |
1888 | 10 |
1889 | 10 |
1890 | 13 |
1891 | 13 |
1892 | 20 |
1893 | 17 |
1894 | 29 |
1895 | 24 |
1896 | 19 |
1897 | 21 |
1898 | 13 |
1899 | 21 |
1900 | 22 |
1901 | 25 |
1902 | 21 |
1903 | 19 |
1904 | 41 |
1905 | 19 |
1906 | 13 |
1907 | 19 |
1908 | 17 |
1909 | 18 |
1910 | 18 |
1911 | 18 |
1912 | 29 |
1913 | 32 |
1914 | 36 |
1915 | 41 |
1916 | 55 |
1917 | 43 |
1918 | 48 |
1919 | 43 |
1920 | 61 |
1921 | 43 |
1922 | 50 |
1923 | 45 |
1924 | 43 |
1925 | 49 |
1926 | 37 |
1927 | 45 |
1928 | 39 |
1929 | 43 |
1930 | 34 |
1931 | 33 |
1932 | 25 |
1933 | 29 |
1934 | 38 |
1935 | 42 |
1936 | 29 |
1937 | 42 |
1938 | 32 |
1939 | 30 |
1940 | 35 |
1941 | 26 |
1942 | 19 |
1943 | 28 |
1944 | 30 |
1945 | 37 |
1946 | 39 |
1947 | 42 |
1948 | 35 |
1949 | 43 |
1950 | 31 |
1951 | 51 |
1952 | 44 |
1953 | 38 |
1954 | 35 |
1955 | 36 |
1956 | 41 |
1957 | 39 |
1958 | 35 |
1959 | 39 |
1960 | 40 |
1961 | 27 |
1962 | 30 |
1963 | 32 |
1964 | 46 |
1965 | 32 |
1966 | 31 |
1967 | 28 |
1968 | 23 |
1969 | 28 |
1970 | 29 |
1971 | 19 |
1972 | 16 |
1973 | 12 |
1974 | 12 |
1975 | 12 |
1976 | 19 |
1977 | 20 |
1978 | 13 |
1979 | 14 |
1980 | 8 |
1981 | 9 |
1982 | 12 |
1983 | 13 |
1984 | 11 |
1985 | 24 |
1986 | 14 |
1987 | 9 |
1988 | 21 |
1989 | 21 |
1990 | 17 |
1991 | 6 |
1992 | 12 |
1993 | 7 |
1994 | 13 |
1995 | 8 |
1996 | 10 |
1997 | 11 |
1998 | 6 |
1999 | 11 |
2000 | 9 |
2001 | 12 |
2002 | 10 |
2003 | 7 |
2004 | 12 |
2005 | 11 |
2006 | 14 |
2007 | 13 |
2008 | 10 |
2009 | 9 |
2010 | 9 |
2011 | 14 |
2012 | 10 |
2013 | 7 |
2014 | 13 |
2015 | 27 |
2016 | 24 |
2017 | 18 |
2018 | 17 |
2019 | 17 |
2020 | 15 |
2021 | 16 |
2022 | 23 |
2023 | 15 |
2024 | 14 |