Holding steady.
Popularity of Marinda since 1881
Babies named Marinda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1980, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Marinda's real moment was 1882.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 44 |
| 1890s | 39 |
| 1900s | 17 |
| 1910s | 56 |
| 1920s | 41 |
| 1930s | 13 |
| 1940s | 59 |
| 1950s | 145 |
| 1960s | 208 |
| 1970s | 327 |
| 1980s | 340 |
| 1990s | 303 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 16 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Marinda is a rare 19th-century name that has never seen widespread use. First recorded in 1881, it reached its peak the following year in 1882, yet even then it did not enter the top 1000. The name has maintained a stable trajectory, never gaining or losing significant ground. It appears to be an elaboration of Miranda or a creative blend of Mary and a feminine suffix. Given its obscurity, it has no notable top state associations. Marinda carries a vintage charm for parents seeking an unusual name with a classic feel.
Marinda likely developed as a variant of Miranda, which derives from Latin 'mirandus' meaning 'worthy of admiration.' Alternatively, it may be a combination of the name Mary with the popular suffix -inda, seen in names like Lucinda and Belinda. The name saw modest use in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rinda, Mari, Mindy
Sibling names for Marinda
Names that share Marinda's style, for a brother or sister.
