Iraida

Meaning of Iraida

In its origins, the feminine name Iraida can be traced to classical Greek—deriving from Ἶρις (Iris), the personification of the rainbow and messenger of the gods—whose ephemeral bridge between heaven and earth later traversed into Latin American Spanish, endowing the name with a lyrical cadence that resonates in contemporary usage. Phonetically, it unfolds as ee-RAH-ee-dah (/i.ˈɾa.i.ða/) in Spanish and as ee-RAY-dah (/iˈrɑɪ.dɑ/) in Russian, a testament to its cross-cultural adaptability. An examination of U.S. Social Security Administration records shows that, while Iraida has never ascended into the top 500, it has maintained a modest foothold since the late 1940s—peaking at rank 682 in 1948 and reappearing at ranks such as 801 in 1988 and 929 in 2004—thereby affirming its enduring, if selective, appeal. Situated at the confluence of mythic heritage and global modernity, the name offers a nuanced choice for those seeking a blend of classical lineage and individual distinction.

Pronunciation

Spanish

• Pronunced as ee-RAH-ee-dah (/i.ˈɾa.i.ða/)

Russian

• Pronunced as ee-RAY-dah (/iˈrɑɪ.dɑ/)

• Irina
• Iriana
• Irais