Ovida
Of Latin origin, a feminine name possibly relating to the egg shape.
Name Census estimates that about 28 living Americans carry the first name Ovida. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ovida today is around 73 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ovida births was 1931 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ovida. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Ovida is about 73 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Ovidas were born before 1963.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ovida. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
28
~ 1 in 12,241,226 Americans
Peak year
1931
12 babies that year
Average age
73
years old
1965 SSA rank
#7,240
Tracked since 1912
Popularity
Ovida: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ovida from the 1910s through to the 1960s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 69 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ovida by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ovida during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ovidas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Ovida
The name Ovida has its origins rooted in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy during the 8th to 3rd centuries BC. It is believed to be derived from the Etruscan word "ovid," meaning "sheepfold" or "enclosure for livestock." This connection to pastoral life and agriculture reflects the agrarian roots of the Etruscan society.
While the name Ovida does not appear to be directly mentioned in any ancient texts or religious scriptures, it bears a striking resemblance to the name of the renowned Roman poet Ovid (43 BC - 17 AD). Ovid, whose full name was Publius Ovidius Naso, is best known for his epic works such as the "Metamorphoses" and the "Ars Amatoria." It is possible that the name Ovida was influenced by or even derived from the name of this celebrated literary figure.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ovida can be found in the historical records of the Italian city of Florence during the 13th century. Ovida di Cambio (1220-1290) was a prominent Florentine banker and politician who served as the Gonfaloniere di Giustizia, a high-ranking official in the city's government.
Another notable figure bearing the name Ovida was Ovida Delgado (1851-1932), a Mexican educator and activist who played a significant role in promoting women's rights and education in her country. She founded several schools and established the first teacher training college for women in Mexico.
In the realm of art, Ovida Massara (1888-1979) was an Italian painter and sculptor whose works showcased a unique blend of Futurism and Cubism. Her bold and innovative style earned her recognition in the avant-garde art circles of the early 20th century.
Moving to the field of literature, Ovida Sáenz (1904-1989) was a celebrated Ecuadorian novelist and playwright. Her works, such as "Tierra Desnuda" and "El Lecho Vacío," explored themes of social injustice, indigenous rights, and the struggles of marginalized communities in Ecuador.
Finally, in the world of sports, Ovida Kodrokalian (1932-2008) was an Armenian weightlifter who competed in the 1952 and 1956 Olympic Games. She won a silver medal in the featherweight category at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, becoming the first Armenian woman to win an Olympic medal.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Ovida, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage associated with this unique name.
People
Ovida + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ovida as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ovida: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ovida?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 28 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ovida going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 12,241,226 US residents.
Is Ovida a common name?
We classify Ovida as "Very Rare". It ranks above 45.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 182 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ovida most popular?
The single biggest year for Ovida was 1931, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ovida is about 73 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ovida in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ovida a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ovida in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ovida still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ovida in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ovida can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Ovida?
See how many Americans are named Ovida on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.