Olinda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Olinda has its roots in Spanish and Portuguese, meaning 'beautiful.' It evolved through various historical forms and has been popularized in Brazil. The name embodies traits of beauty and charm, and it does not have a biblical background.
The name Olinda is most popular in South Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Olinda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Olinda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1762nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3586th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3029th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6963rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14169th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28314th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22160th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Olinda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Olinda"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈlɪndə/
Origin
Spanish/Portuguese
Etymology
The name Olinda is derived from the Spanish and Portuguese word 'olinda,' which means 'beautiful.' It is also associated with the Portuguese word 'olhar,' meaning 'to look' or 'to gaze.'
Meaning
beautiful
Language Evolution
Olinda (modern form), Olynda (medieval form), Alinda (early form)
Historical Usage
Olinda gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Brazil, where it is associated with the city of Olinda, founded in 1535.
Variants & Derivatives
Linda, Olynda, Lindy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Olinda is perceived as a unique and attractive name, often associated with beauty and charm.
Famous People
Olinda Otegui, a notable Argentine poet, Olinda L. Sutherland, an influential American educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Olinda"
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 "Olinda"
"Olinda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1762nd of 9107 | 391 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3586th of 9204 | 119 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3029th of 12526 | 283 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6963rd of 19264 | 99 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14169th of 27321 | 46 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28314th of 35406 | 13 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22160th of 30306 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Olinda" 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 "Olinda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
71.89% 1018th/1416 |
85.64% 1181st/1379 |
- |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
93.94% 2680th/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Olinda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Olinda" 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.