Holding steady.
Popularity of Yolander since 1951
Babies named Yolander per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 116 |
| 1970s | 118 |
| 1980s | 14 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Yolander is a rare modern elaboration of Yolanda, first recorded in 1951. The name saw its peak usage in 1969, but it never entered the top 1,000 rankings. Its trajectory has been stable in the decades since, with very few annual births. The name is predominantly given to girls, though its 'der' ending may cause some ambiguity. Yolander has not been associated with any particular U.S. state or region, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. While it lacks famous bearers or a long history, its connection to the more familiar Yolanda gives it a faint floral echo.
Yolander is a modern spelling variant of Yolanda, a name of debated origin. Yolanda is commonly derived from the Latin viola ('violet'), but it may also stem from the Greek iole ('violet-colored'). The form Yolander likely arose in the United States mid-20th century as an elaboration or respelling, possibly influenced by names like Alexander or Cassandra.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yoli, Lana, Yola
Sibling names for Yolander
Names that share Yolander's style, for a brother or sister.
