Holding steady.
Popularity of Colinda since 1953
Babies named Colinda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 40 |
| 1960s | 71 |
| 1970s | 52 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Colinda is a feminine name that emerged in the United States in 1953, reflecting the mid-20th-century trend of blending popular name elements. It reached its peak usage in 1962, during the same decade when names like Colleen and Linda were common. The name has remained stable in its obscurity since then, with no significant revival. While its exact etymology is debated, it is often considered a combination of Colleen and Linda, both of which have Irish and Spanish origins respectively. Colinda has never been tied to a specific cultural or religious tradition, and its usage has been primarily modern American.
Colinda is a modern coinage that first appeared in the mid-20th century, likely formed by blending elements from names like Colleen and Linda, which were popular at the time. It may also be influenced by the Latin columba meaning 'dove', though this connection is speculative. The name saw limited use primarily in the United States during the 1960s, with its peak in 1962, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Col, Coco, Linda
Sibling names for Colinda
Names that share Colinda's style, for a brother or sister.
