Holding steady.
Popularity of Orlanda since 1915
Babies named Orlanda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 17 | 0 |
| 1920s | 16 | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 | 16 |
| 1940s | 13 | 6 |
| 1950s | 20 | 67 |
| 1960s | 88 | 140 |
| 1970s | 83 | 177 |
| 1980s | 17 | 86 |
| 1990s | 0 | 35 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Orlanda is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1923. It reached its peak usage in 1975, though even then it remained uncommon, never entering the top 1,000. The name has maintained a stable trajectory over the decades, with consistent but minimal annual usage. Its rarity makes it a unique choice for parents seeking an elegant, literary sound without widespread familiarity. Though its exact etymology is uncertain, Orlanda is widely understood as the feminine counterpart to Orlando, connecting it to both Italian heritage and Shakespearean tradition.
Orlanda is likely a feminine variant of Orlando, the Italian form of Roland, which derives from the Germanic elements hrod 'fame' and land 'land'. The name Roland was brought to Italy via the medieval epic 'The Song of Roland', and the feminine form Orlanda emerged as a rare but established name. In English-speaking countries, it has been used sporadically since the 20th century, possibly influenced by the character Orlando in Shakespeare's 'As You Like It'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Orly, Landa, Orrie, Anda
Sibling names for Orlanda
Names that share Orlanda's style, for a brother or sister.
