Holding steady.
Popularity of Olinda since 1884
Babies named Olinda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1954, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Olinda's real moment was 1895.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 80 |
| 1900s | 76 |
| 1910s | 173 |
| 1920s | 166 |
| 1930s | 63 |
| 1940s | 99 |
| 1950s | 188 |
| 1960s | 69 |
| 1970s | 65 |
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 35 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Olinda is a rare feminine name that saw its peak usage in 1895, when it ranked highest in Social Security records. Since then, its use has been minimal but steady, with a low trajectory of one to five births per year in recent decades. The name first appeared in 1884, and its origin remains debated between Greek and Germanic roots. Olinda has never been among the top 1000 names, making it a distinctive choice. While it has no strong regional tie (no top states on record), its sound aligns with other late Victorian-era names. Despite its obscurity, Olinda carries a soft, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something uncommon but not invented.
The name Olinda is of uncertain origin. It may derive from the Greek word 'ōlens' (elbow), used metaphorically for a bend in a river, or from a Germanic element meaning 'inheritance' or 'property'. It appears in historical records primarily in the 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in English-speaking countries, possibly as a variant of Olinda or a feminine form of Olindo. The name has never been common but has maintained a low, steady presence.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Oli, Lindy, Olly
Sibling names for Olinda
Names that share Olinda's style, for a brother or sister.
