Alyda is of German origin, meaning 'noble'. It's composed of the elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'haid', which means 'battle'. This name was popular among the Germanic tribes and has been used throughout history. The name Alyda is often associated with strength and courage due to its meaning and heritage. It's a unique choice for those looking for a distinctive, historic name.
The name Alyda has seen fluctuating popularity over the past century, with peaks in recent years. Between 1913 and 1933, there were a total of 67 births recorded, with the highest year being 1917 and 1920-1921 each having 6 births. After a gap of nearly six decades, Alyda started to appear again among newborns in significant numbers from 1993 onwards. The years 1998, 2000, and 2014 each witnessed 10 or more births, with the most recent peak being 17 births in total between 2014 and 2023. Overall, there have been 174 births recorded for the name Alyda since 1913.