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Aidah

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aidah: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2020.

Aidah is a graceful name with multiple possible origins, most commonly viewed as a variant of the Arabic name Aida, meaning "returning" or "visitor," and also linked to the Swahili word for "reward." It shares roots with the more familiar Aida, famously borne by the Ethiopian princess in Verdi's 1871 opera, a tragic heroine who chooses love and death over duty. As for notable people, the name appears occasionally in contemporary contexts, though no widely known historical bearers immediately come to mind. The name's melodic sound also echoes the Turkish Ayda, meaning "from the moon," adding a celestial dimension. In Scotland, Aidah remains a rare but lovely alternative to more common names like Aila or Ailsa, offering parents a lyrical choice with international flair.