Holding steady.
Popularity of Ermelinda since 1912
Babies named Ermelinda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 58 |
| 1920s | 130 |
| 1930s | 111 |
| 1940s | 130 |
| 1950s | 222 |
| 1960s | 283 |
| 1970s | 164 |
| 1980s | 109 |
| 1990s | 82 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ermelinda is a rare name in the United States, with no recent data indicating widespread use. Its first recorded appearance in U.S. birth data was in 1912, but the name saw its highest usage in 1964, when it peaked. Despite its rarity, the name has a strong Germanic etymology, possibly derived from elements meaning 'whole' and 'gentle.' It has variants like Ermelinda and Hermelinda, and shares stylistic similarities with names like Rosalinda and Alberto. As a name with European roots but minimal modern adoption, Ermelinda offers a distinctive choice for families seeking an uncommon name with historical depth.
Ermelinda is a name of Germanic origin, likely derived from the elements 'ermen' (meaning 'whole, universal') and 'lind' (meaning 'soft, tender, gentle'). It may also be considered a variant of Ermelinda, a name recorded in medieval Germanic regions. The name has been used in Portugal, Italy, and Spain, though it remains uncommon. In the United States, it saw its peak usage in 1964.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ermy, Linda, Ermi
Variants: Ermelinda, Hermelinda
Sibling names for Ermelinda
Names that share Ermelinda's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Rosalinda, Adelina, Carolina, Filomena, Geraldina
Brothers: Ermenegildo, Alberto, Ferdinando, Joaquim, Gaspar
