Holding steady.
Popularity of Yolonda since 1923
Babies named Yolonda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 21 |
| 1930s | 37 |
| 1940s | 107 |
| 1950s | 484 |
| 1960s | 1,187 |
| 1970s | 1,375 |
| 1980s | 480 |
| 1990s | 145 |
| 2000s | 38 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Yolonda is a variant spelling of Yolanda, a name rooted in the Greek word for violet. It first entered U.S. records in 1923 and saw its highest usage in 1972, reflecting a broader trend for names ending in 'a' during that era. While it has not charted in recent years, the name retains a distinctive presence. Its popularity trajectory has remained relatively stable over time, never reaching the top tiers but maintaining consistent, if modest, usage.
Yolonda is a variant spelling of Yolanda, which derives from the Greek word 'iole' meaning 'violet'. The name was introduced to the Spanish-speaking world through the medieval French form Yolande. It has been used in the United States since the early 20th century, with a notable peak in popularity during the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yoli, Londa, Yoyo
Sibling names for Yolonda
Names that share Yolonda's style, for a brother or sister.
