Find out how popular the first name Nerida has been for the last 5 years (from 1991 to 1995) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Nerida by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Nerida is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1995, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Nerida.

The history of the first name Nerida

The name Nerida is derived from the Greek word "nereis," which means "sea nymph" or "mermaid." It was originally used in Greek mythology to refer to the 50 daughters of the sea god Nereus and the oceanid Doris. The name gained popularity during the Renaissance period, when there was a resurgence of interest in classical Greek and Roman culture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Nerida can be found in the works of the ancient Greek poet Hesiod, who lived around the 8th century BCE. In his epic poem "Theogony," Hesiod lists the names of the Nereids, including Nerida. The name also appears in various other ancient Greek texts and artwork depicting the sea nymphs.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nerida. One of the earliest was Nerida of Corinth, a Greek poet who lived in the 6th century BCE and was renowned for her lyric poetry. Another notable Nerida was a Christian martyr from the 3rd century CE, who was executed for her beliefs during the Roman persecution of Christians.

In the Middle Ages, the name Nerida was relatively uncommon, but it saw a resurgence during the Renaissance period. One of the most famous Neridas from this time was Nerida Tiziana, an Italian painter who lived in the 16th century and was known for her portraits and religious works.

In more recent times, the name Nerida has been particularly popular in Australia and New Zealand. One of the most well-known Neridas was Nerida Elliston, an Australian actress and television presenter who was born in 1931 and had a successful career spanning several decades. Another notable Nerida was Nerida Jessamine Caplan, a New Zealand artist and sculptor who lived from 1914 to 1971 and was known for her abstract works.

Data source

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