Find out how popular the first name Clorinda has been for the last 19 years (from 1974 to 1992) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Clorinda by gender

Based on the last 19 years of data, Clorinda is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1992, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Clorinda.

The history of the first name Clorinda

The name Clorinda is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin name "Clorinda" or "Chlorinda," which was formed from the Greek word "chloros," meaning "green" or "pale green." It was likely first used in the late 16th or early 17th century.

One of the earliest known references to the name Clorinda comes from the epic poem "Gerusalemme Liberata" (Jerusalem Delivered) by the Italian poet Torquato Tasso, published in 1581. In the poem, Clorinda is a fictional character, a Christian warrior maiden who falls in love with a Muslim knight, Tancredi.

The first recorded use of the name Clorinda dates back to the late 16th century in Italy. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Clorinda Camilla Guidiccioni (1592-1646), an Italian noble and patron of the arts.

Over the centuries, several notable women have borne the name Clorinda. Clorinda Matto de Turner (1852-1909) was a Peruvian novelist, journalist, and activist who fought for the rights of indigenous people and women's rights. Clorinda Corradi (1859-1944) was an Italian painter and sculptor active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In the 19th century, the name Clorinda gained popularity in several European countries. Clorinda Inez Brown Fillat (1795-1841) was a British writer and poet. Clorinda Solari (1807-1877) was an Italian composer and pianist who studied under Gioachino Rossini.

While the name Clorinda is not as common today as it once was, it has left a lasting impression in literature, art, and history, serving as a reminder of its rich cultural heritage and the vibrant stories behind its origins.

Data source

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