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At a Glance: Name: Vida – Meaning: life – Origin: Spanish (word name) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: VEE-dah
Vida is a Spanish word name that means life, pronounced VEE-dah (/ˈviːdə/). It fits parents drawn to modern, minimalist names with a global feel, without leaning on an elaborate backstory — it's simply the Spanish word for life used as a name. If you want something short, clear to say, and easy to spell, Vida checks those boxes.
Meaning & Origin of Vida
Meaning: Life.
Origin: Spanish (word name).
How to Pronounce Vida
Phonetic: VEE-dah IPA: /ˈviːdə/
Popularity of Vida
Vida hit its highest popularity back in 1903, ranking #320 with 95 baby girls given the name that year. In 2024, it ranked #1023 with 246 babies named Vida, based on Social Security data covering 1880 to 2024.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Vida mean?
Life.
How do you pronounce Vida?
Vida is pronounced VEE-dah (IPA: /ˈviːdə/).
Is Vida a popular name right now?
Vida peaked at #320 in 1903 and is ranked #1023 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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