Idia
ID-ee-ah
Letters
4
Syllables
3
Origin
African
Total Births
34
Peak Year
#7 in 1916
First Recorded
1916
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
An African name, the name of an important figure in Benin's history. Means 'the first wife' or 'endurance'.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Idia
Mother of Oba Esigie, a powerful queen mother.
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