Marinda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marinda is a name of Latin origin that means 'of the sea'. It evolved from the Latin 'marinus' to the modern form Marinda. The name is associated with water themes and has been viewed positively in contemporary contexts. Although it is not found in biblical texts, it carries a sense of nature and beauty. The name has seen historical usage since the 19th century, with variants like Marina and Mara being recognized.
The name Marinda is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marinda has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marinda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3692nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5118th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3143rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2528th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3123rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9219th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marinda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marinda"
Pronunciation
/məˈrɪndə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Marinda is derived from the Latin word 'marinus', which means 'of the sea'. It is often associated with the sea and water-related themes.
Meaning
of the sea
Language Evolution
Marinus, Marinda
Historical Usage
Marinda has been a relatively uncommon name, gaining some popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Marina, Mara
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Marinda is seen as a unique and slightly old-fashioned name, often appreciated for its melodic sound and connection to nature.
Famous People
Marinda T. Wiggins, an American author, Marinda H. Smith, a notable figure in early 20th-century American literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marinda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marinda"
"Marinda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3692nd of 9107 | 109 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5118th of 9204 | 51 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3143rd of 12526 | 266 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2528th of 19264 | 488 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3123rd of 27321 | 532 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9219th of 35406 | 179 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Marinda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marinda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
90.38% 3655th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
53.57% 3384th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Marinda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marinda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.