Holding steady.
Popularity of Juanda since 1917
Babies named Juanda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 |
| 1920s | 85 |
| 1930s | 73 |
| 1940s | 80 |
| 1950s | 108 |
| 1960s | 90 |
| 1970s | 35 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Juanda is a Spanish feminine name that emerged in the United States around 1917, reflecting early 20th-century immigration from Spanish-speaking regions. It reached its peak popularity in 1930, though it never entered the top 1000 nationally. The name has remained stable in use, rarely seen today but retaining a vintage charm. Its origins tie to the biblical name John, via the Spanish Juan, conveying a sense of grace. Despite its low frequency, Juanda offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Juana.
Juanda is a Spanish name, likely a variant or diminutive of Juan, the Spanish form of John, which derives from the Hebrew Yohanan (God is gracious). It may also be a combination of Juan and -a, feminizing the name. Records show use in the United States since at least 1917, with a peak in 1930.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jua, Annie, Dani
Sibling names for Juanda
Names that share Juanda's style, for a brother or sister.
