Declining since 1985, #3,211 for girls today.
Popularity of Yolanda since 1901
Babies named Yolanda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 174 |
| 1910s | 1,979 |
| 1920s | 4,432 |
| 1930s | 2,923 |
| 1940s | 8,319 |
| 1950s | 19,949 |
| 1960s | 28,440 |
| 1970s | 27,031 |
| 1980s | 11,390 |
| 1990s | 4,629 |
| 2000s | 2,185 |
| 2010s | 1,117 |
| 2020s | 350 |
Meaning & origin
Yolanda first appeared on the U.S. baby-name record in 1901 and surged in popularity during the 1960s, reaching its peak rank of 62 in 1968. Since 1985 its frequency has steadily fallen, and by 2025 it had dropped to rank 3,211, with about 1 in 32,801 newborn girls receiving the name. The name has long been a favorite among Hispanic families, particularly in states like Georgia, California, and Texas. Its floral etymology and medieval royal associations give it a classic yet distinctly Spanish flavor, though it now echoes a mid-century vintage that many parents find nostalgic.
Yolanda derives from the Greek name Iolanthe, composed of iole (violet) and anthos (flower). It entered the Spanish language via the medieval French Yolande and became widespread in the Spanish-speaking world. The name was borne by several medieval European royals and saw a resurgence in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Where Yolanda is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yola, Landa, Yoli
Sibling names for Yolanda
Names that share Yolanda's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Gloria, Linda, Martha, Rosa, Sandra, Donna, Sharon, Tricia, Deandra, Magaly, Marivel, Markita, Migdalia, Shantell, Yaquelin, Zulma, Alonda, Antwanette, Carletha, Chantae, Claritza, Delmy, Elonda, Irasema, Jonique, Keisa, Lafonda, Loida, Lowanda, Marnita, Quanda, Ronita, Rosaisela, Shelita, Sheneka, Shondra, Shunda, Tywanda, Yalonda, Youlanda, Yulanda, Yulonda, Dawanda, Janitza, Kishia, Llesenia, Lotoya, Shawnell, Sherece, Sheritta, Tomeika, Ulanda, Veronda, Yanci, Yeraldin, Ylonda, Yolander, Shimika, Yanett, Aronda, Briselda, Cosandra, Jalonda, Jowanda, Katrese, Kimetha, Kinesha, Lewanda, Ralonda, Shaunita, Shelanda, Sherlonda, Shewanda, Shlonda, Sholanda, Vonzella, Yolinda, Yomaris
Brothers: Carlos, Jose, Manuel, Ramon, Victor, Darnell, Jemel, Nolberto, Osualdo, Shondell, Tyrome, Olanda, Delawrence, Hilberto
Names like Yolanda
Names whose popularity has moved with Yolanda's over the last 50 years.
