Holding steady.
Popularity of Belenda since 1948
Babies named Belenda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 13 |
| 1950s | 49 |
| 1960s | 47 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Belenda is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1948. It reached its peak popularity in 1958, a time when many similar soft-sounding names like Belinda and Linda were fashionable. Since then, its usage has remained stable but extremely low, with no significant resurgence. Though rarely recorded, Belenda stands as a delicate alternative to more common names, evoking a mid-century charm that parents who value uniqueness may appreciate.
Belenda is likely a modern elaboration or variant of Belinda, a name that has been in use since the 17th century. Belinda itself may come from the Germanic element 'lind' (serpent, snake) combined with a prefix meaning 'bright,' though it is often associated with Italian 'bella' (beautiful). Belenda appears to have emerged in the mid-20th century, possibly as a blend of Belle and Linda or a respelling of Belinda. It has never been a common name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Belle, Lenda, Bela
Sibling names for Belenda
Names that share Belenda's style, for a brother or sister.
