MallowbyNames

Larenda

luh-REN-duh · Of uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented name combining elements from names like Larissa and Brenda.

Peak popularity
1973
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Larenda since 1955

Babies named Larenda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1985, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Larenda's real moment was 1973.

511161960198020002020Most births 1985Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1950s37
1960s101
1970s108
1980s81
1990s20
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Larenda is a rare and modern American name first recorded in 1955. Its peak year of use was 1973, after which its popularity declined, and by 2025 it remained unranked nationally. The name's trajectory shows stable but minimal usage, with no strong ties to any particular state. As a modern coinage, Larenda likely emerged as a creative blend of familiar sounds from names like Larissa and Brenda, reflecting mid-20th century naming trends that favored invented names with melodic endings. Despite its obscurity, Larenda offers a distinctive option for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and unique.

Larenda first appeared in the United States in 1955 and saw its peak usage in 1973, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be formed by blending the popular name Larissa with Brenda, or perhaps a variant of Lorenda. The name has remained rare, with limited usage in the 1970s and no recorded top state concentrations.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Lari, Renda, Lala

Variants: Lorenda, Larinda

Sibling names for Larenda

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Larenda mean?
The meaning of Larenda is uncertain, but it is likely a modern invented name, possibly a blend of Larissa and Brenda or a variant of Lorenda.
How popular is Larenda today?
Larenda is not currently ranked in the top 1,000 names. Its peak popularity was in 1973, when it ranked highest among U.S. births.
Is Larenda a boy's or girl's name?
Larenda is used exclusively for girls.