Enid
Girl name · 17 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Enid: 17 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 6 births in 2017.
Of Welsh origin, Enid derives from *enaid*, meaning "soul" or "life," and was popularised in Britain by Tennyson's *Idylls of the King*, where she appears as the devoted wife of Geraint. The name gained further fame through legendary children’s author Enid Blyton, whose timeless stories introduced generations to the adventures of the Famous Five and Noddy. While the name does not directly trail places named after a bearer, its gentle, lyrical sound echoes the Welsh landscape. Once a staple of the early 20th century, Enid has since become a classic choice for parents drawn to its literary heritage and soft, understated charm.
Girl 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20176 babies
- Latest (2021)
- #5585 babies
- Total births
- 17since 2015
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y