Old or noble
A name of Germanic origin, Alda is the feminine form of Aldo. It stems from the element 'ald', which can mean both 'old' and 'noble', suggesting wisdom and high status. While popular in Italy and Portugal, it remains a rare vintage choice in the United States.
Less common today
Alda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,591 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Italian poet and writer
Early 20th-century Italian stage and silent film actress
A character in the medieval epic poem 'Orlando Furioso' · Orlando Furioso
