Holding steady.
Popularity of Erendida since 1975
Babies named Erendida per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 19 |
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 100 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Erendida is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1975, and it has never entered the top 1,000 names. Its peak year of recorded usage was 1994, when a small number of girls were given the name. Since then, usage has held steady at very low levels, with about 5 or fewer births per year, and the name is considered stable in its rarity. Erendida is most likely a variant of the Tarascan name Erendira, said to mean 'smiling princess,' though the exact derivation of Erendida is uncertain. It is not associated with any particular U.S. state, as usage is too minimal to show geographic concentration. As a modern coinage, Erendida remains a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with Indigenous Mexican roots and a melodic sound.
Erendida is a modern coinage, likely a respelling or variant of the name Erendira. Erendira is of Tarascan (Purépecha) origin from Mexico, meaning 'smiling princess.' The variant Erendida appears in the United States beginning in the late 20th century, mainly among Hispanic families, but its adoption as a given name remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eri, Dida, Eren
Variants: Erendira
Sibling names for Erendida
Names that share Erendida's style, for a brother or sister.
