MallowbyNames

Durenda

duh-REN-duh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a feminine elaboration of Durand or a variant of Dorinda.

Peak popularity
1963
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Durenda since 1945

Babies named Durenda per year in U.S. Social Security records.

37101960198020002020Most births 1963Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1940s5
1950s45
1960s52
1970s5
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Durenda is a rare American feminine name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1945. It reached its peak usage in 1963, though it never broke into the top 1000 and remains an uncommon choice. The name's trajectory has been stable since the 1960s, with very few annual births. Its origins are uncertain, possibly an elaboration of Durand or a variant of Dorinda, but no definitive etymology exists. Durenda's obscurity gives it a unique, vintage feel without being dated, appealing to parents seeking a name that stands out without being unfamiliar.

Durenda is a rare American feminine given name that first appeared in the mid-20th century. It may be a creative elaboration of the surname Durand (from Latin durandus, meaning 'enduring') or a variant of Dorinda, a literary name coined in the 17th century. The name saw modest use in the 1960s but has never been common.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Duri, Renda, Dee

Variants: Durinda, Dorinda

Sibling names for Durenda

Names that share Durenda's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Durenda mean?
The meaning is uncertain. It may be a feminine form of Durand, meaning 'enduring', or a variant of Dorinda, a name of Greek origin meaning 'gift'.
How popular is Durenda?
Durenda has never ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States. It was most recorded in 1963, its peak year, but even then it was very rare.
Is Durenda a boy or girl name?
Durenda is almost exclusively used for girls.