Yolanda
Yolanda is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Violet flower.
Origin and history
Yolanda is a given name of Greek origin, derived from the medieval name Iole or Violetta, meaning 'violet flower'. It gained popularity in medieval Europe through nobility and later became a familiar standard name in the English and Spanish-speaking worlds. In the United States, it peaked in usage during the mid-20th century.
Popularity in the United States
112,918 babies in the United States have been named Yolanda since 1880. It ranks #342 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1751.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.7 %)
- CA (17.5 %)
- NY (10.5 %)
- IL (6.3 %)
- FL (3.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 174 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,979 |
| 1920-1930 | 4,432 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,923 |
| 1940-1950 | 8,319 |
| 1950-1960 | 19,949 |
| 1960-1970 | 28,440 |
| 1970-1980 | 27,031 |
| 1980-1990 | 11,390 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,629 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,185 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,117 |
| 2020-2029 | 350 |
Famous people named Yolanda
- Yolanda Adams: Singer, Radio host
- Yolanda King: Activist, Actress
- Yolanda Hadid: Model, TV personality
Nicknames
Yoli, Yo-Yo, Landa
Fun facts
- The name was borne by medieval royalty, including Yolanda of Vianden and Yolanda of Flanders.
- It derives from the ancient Greek name Iole, which merged with the Latin word for violet, viola.