Neida is a unique and distinctive given name, believed to have originated from the Basque country. It is composed of two elements: 'ne' meaning 'yes', and 'ida' which can be translated as 'to go'. Thus, Neida could literally mean 'yes, let's go!' This etymology lends it a spirit of adventure and affirmation. The name has gained global recognition, particularly in Spain and the Americas, where it is often found among Basque diaspora communities.
The name Neida has had a fluctuating popularity over the years, with periods of relative obscurity and sudden spikes in usage. Between 1922 and 1970, there were only six years where more than ten babies named Neida were born annually. However, starting from 1973 onwards, there was an upward trend in its popularity, reaching a peak in 1998 with 131 births. After this peak, the name's popularity declined steadily until it reached single-digit figures in recent years, with only five births recorded in 2023. In total, over the span of data provided, there were 1834 babies named Neida.