Glenda
Glenda is a girl's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Pure and good, derived from Welsh glân (clean, pure) and da (good).
Origin and history
Glenda is a feminine name of 20th-century Welsh origin, created from the Welsh elements meaning 'clean', 'pure', or 'holy' and 'good'. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the mid-20th century. Today, it is an established classic name that is used relatively rarely for modern newborns in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
109,227 babies in the United States have been named Glenda since 1880. It ranks #354 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1965.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.9 %)
- GA (6.1 %)
- AL (6 %)
- NC (5.9 %)
- TN (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 65 |
| 1910-1920 | 553 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,457 |
| 1930-1940 | 10,590 |
| 1940-1950 | 33,348 |
| 1950-1960 | 35,228 |
| 1960-1970 | 17,592 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,324 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,448 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,374 |
| 2000-2010 | 787 |
| 2010-2019 | 325 |
| 2020-2029 | 136 |
Famous people named Glenda
- Glenda Jackson: Actress, Politician
- Glenda Farrell: Actress
Nicknames
Glen, Glenny
Fun facts
- Glenda is a modern coin combining the Welsh words glân (pure/clean) and da (good).
- The name enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century.