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Origin of the name Iraida
Etymologists have generally agreed that Iraida is an ancient Greek name derived from the name Kherais (hero). This is a very rare name not only in Russia, but throughout the world. The patroness is the martyr Iraida of Alexandria, who accepted the faith of Christ. Having joined the passion-bearers in Egypt, who were voluntarily chained and tortured for the Orthodox faith, Iraida became a sufferer. She was canonized. Iraida Day is celebrated on February 7, March 5 and 18, August 7, September 18 and 23, and October 6. Some interpret this name as “from the line of Hera,” the patroness of marriage. There is also an opinion that Iraida is a misspelled name for Iroid.
The meaning and characteristics of the name Iraida
The meaning of the name Iraida is “goddess”, “belonging to the family of the Goddess Hera”, “guardian”, “mistress”, “rare woman”, “daughter of a hero”, “daughter of Hera”, “mistress”, “striving for peace and quiet” .
Since childhood, Iraida has been distinguished by impressionability, sensitivity, and cleanliness. She loves to be praised for her achievements and is obedient. Parents must constantly say how great she is, otherwise Iraida will cease to be a good girl. She is not an ordinary child, on the outside she is all perfect and correct, but on the inside she is a hooligan and a daring bully. He is very worried if problems arise with peers or in the family. Among her friends, she is a leader, very arrogant, can laugh at the weak, but then worries about it inside, for the peace of her soul she can ask the person offended by her for forgiveness. She is successful in studies, sports, and creativity.
In her youth, Iraida devoted herself entirely to work. Her goal is to be a wealthy and self-sufficient person. Purposeful, diligent, strict both to herself and to others. Her colleagues don’t like her, but her bosses appreciate her. She never sits idle, but her success comes from hard and persistent work. Rarely engages in personal business, he can become a teacher, lawyer, doctor, and if he tries very hard, he can take a leadership position.
Iraida doesn’t have many friends, but they have stood the test of time. She knows how to make friends, and can sacrifice a lot for the sake of her friends. She hides her spiritual state from loved ones, does not share personal feelings and experiences, wants to be independent from everyone. Punctual, responsible, keeps promises, does not forgive deception.
The owner of this name has many fans, among whom she carefully chooses someone suitable, strong and at the same time compliant, to become a leader in the family. She can get married more than once. Only with age will she understand that she needs to be more tolerant; a late marriage will be ideal. Iraida is a caring wife and strict mother; her children obey, admire and are proud of her. But she can be affectionate and kind, but she rarely allows herself this, preferring to quickly return to work and away from the home routine. She is distinguished by her neatness; there should always be cleanliness and order in everything around her.
She loves to look expensive, stylish, fashionable, unconventional, extravagant, so that others will pay attention to her. He takes care of himself, plays sports, eats right, and carefully monitors his health. In his spare time he enjoys handicrafts and loves animals and indoor flowers.
Name days:
February 7, March 5, March 18, August 7, September 18, September 23, October 6
Diminutive version
Iraidochka, Iraidonka, Iraidushka, Raida
Abbreviated
Iraidka, Ida, Ira (Irina), Raya (Raisa)
According to the church
Iraida
Color
Planet
- Neptune
Element
- water
Stone talisman
aquamarine
Metal
platinum
Plants
saffron
Totem animal
whale