Ida

Uncertain; possibly connected with work or labour

Ida is a feminine name with Germanic roots, originally a short form of names containing id. That element is sometimes connected with “work” or “labour”, but the derivation is uncertain. “Industrious” is therefore a traditional interpretation rather than an exact, settled translation. Its open ending and uncluttered shape can give Ida a gentle, vintage feel. The sound changes more than the spelling suggests: English uses /ˈaɪdə/, while German uses /ˈiːda/. If both languages matter to you, those two opening vowels are worth considering as part of the name’s appeal; neither requires a different written identity.

Etymology: A Germanic short form built from the name element id, whose deeper meaning is uncertain.