Holding steady.
Popularity of Walda since 1911
Babies named Walda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 25 |
| 1920s | 11 |
| 1930s | 121 |
| 1940s | 129 |
| 1950s | 44 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Walda is a distinctly mid-century name for girls, never breaking into the top 1000 in U.S. Social Security data until its peak year of 1948. The name first appeared on record in 1911 and has since become extremely rare, with no recorded births in recent years. Its trajectory has been stable at near-zero usage after the 1940s. While not documented in any U.S. state as a popular choice, Walda carries a strong, no-nonsense Germanic heritage, connected to the same root as the better-known Walter and Waldo. For parents seeking an authentic vintage name with a clear etymology, Walda stands out for its directness and historical grounding.
Walda is a feminine name derived from the Old High German 'wald' (rule, power). It shares a root with names like Oswald and Waldo. Historically common in German-speaking regions, it was introduced to the English-speaking world in the early 20th century, especially in the 1940s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wally, Waldi
Variants: Walde
Sibling names for Walda
Names that share Walda's style, for a brother or sister.
