Enid

At a Glance: Name: Enid – Meaning: spirit, life – Origin: Welsh (Middle Welsh 'eneit') – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: EE-nid

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Enid (pronounced EE-nid) is a Welsh name rooted in the Middle Welsh word 'eneit,' meaning "spirit" or "life." It carries a vintage, romantic, storybook feel, the kind of name that sounds like it belongs to another era. If you're drawn to old-fashioned names with real linguistic roots rather than invented ones, Enid fits that mold.

Meaning & Origin of Enid

Meaning: Spirit, life.

Origin: Welsh (Middle Welsh 'eneit').

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Enid

Phonetic: EE-nid   IPA: /ˈiːnɪd/

Popularity of Enid

Enid peaked at #412 in 1920, when 261 baby girls were given the name, but by 2024 it had fallen to #4578 with just 30 babies — a clear sign of a name that's had its moment and moved well into rare territory.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1885–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Enid mean?

Spirit, life. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Enid)

How do you pronounce Enid?

Enid is pronounced EE-nid (IPA: /ˈiːnɪd/).

Is Enid a popular name right now?

Enid peaked at #412 in 1920 and is ranked #4578 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1885–2024.)

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