Holding steady.
Popularity of Violanda since 1916
Babies named Violanda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 17 |
| 1920s | 30 |
| 1930s | 9 |
| 1940s | 14 |
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Violanda is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1916, with its peak year occurring in 1921 when it saw its highest recorded usage. The name's trajectory has been stable, never achieving widespread popularity; it has never ranked in the top 1000 names, and the one-in-N figure is unavailable due to low frequency. As a name of Germanic origin, Violanda reflects a bygone era of obscure floral- and virtue-inspired coinages. Its current usage is negligible, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking an uncommon name with vintage appeal.
Violanda likely derives from the Germanic male name Violand, composed of elements meaning 'desired' or 'will', combined with the suffix -anda. It may also be a feminine elaboration of Viola, the Latin word for 'violet'. The name saw occasional use in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1920s, but has remained rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Viola, Landa, Vio
Sibling names for Violanda
Names that share Violanda's style, for a brother or sister.
