Nereida
Meaningsea nymph · Greek
Nereida is a Mexican girl name meaning “sea nymph”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.
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- Hidden namesLook closely: Nereida has the name Reid hiding inside it.
- GenerationNereida peaked in 1981, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Nereida you'd meet today is about 44 years old.
- HistoryNereida first shows up in US birth records in 1936, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 89 years since.
US births per million girls, 1936–2025
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About the name Nereida
Nereida is a girl name of Mexican origin meaning “sea nymph”. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Mexican names
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- Girl name: Emma · whole, universal
- Girl name: Amelia · work, industrious
- Girl name: Mia · possibly beloved
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Questions about the name Nereida
What does the name Nereida mean?
Nereida means “sea nymph” and comes from Greek. Names built around “sea” have been loved for generations, and give a child a meaning worth sharing when someone asks about their name. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Kai (“sea”), Kehlani (“sea and sky”), Rosemary (“dew of the sea”) and Kailani (“sea and sky”).
What is the origin of the name Nereida?
Nereida is Mexican in origin, and its meaning traces back to Greek. Other Mexican names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Emma (“whole, universal”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Mia (“possibly beloved”).
Is Nereida a boy or girl name?
Nereida is a girl name.
How popular is the name Nereida?
Nereida is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2024. It peaked at #982 in 1981, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Nereida?
If you like Nereida, you might also like Kai, Kehlani, Rosemary and Kailani.
What should I know before naming my baby Nereida?
Nereida is a Mexican girl name meaning “sea nymph”, with Greek roots. Greek names often reach back to myth, philosophy and the early Church, so they come with a lot of history. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.