Holding steady.
Popularity of Yalonda since 1955
Babies named Yalonda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 29 |
| 1960s | 218 |
| 1970s | 468 |
| 1980s | 268 |
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 9 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Yalonda is a rare modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1955. Its popularity peaked in 1974, during the 1970s, and has remained stable but very low since. The name may be a blend of Yolanda and Linda, or a creative invention with no specific etymology. While it has not ranked among the top 1,000 names, it has appeared consistently, reflecting a quiet but enduring presence. The name is almost exclusively given to girls and has no strong regional or cultural ties, as it does not appear in any top state lists. Yalonda offers a fresh alternative to more common names.
Yalonda first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1955. It is most likely a modern coinage, possibly blending sounds from names like Yolanda and Linda, or created from fashionable syllables. The name saw its peak usage in 1974 and has remained in occasional use since, primarily in the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yala, Londa, Yali
Sibling names for Yalonda
Names that share Yalonda's style, for a brother or sister.
