Derinda
A feminine name possibly of English origin with an uncertain meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 328 living Americans carry the first name Derinda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Derinda today is around 64 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Derinda births was 1953 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Derinda. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
328
~ 1 in 1,044,983 Americans
Peak year
1953
26 babies that year
Average age
64
years old
1984 SSA rank
#10,823
Tracked since 1944
Popularity
Derinda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Derinda from the 1940s through to the 1980s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 155 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1960s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Derinda by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Derinda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Derindas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Derinda
Derinda is a feminine given name of uncertain origin, though it is believed to have roots in Germanic languages. One theory suggests that it is derived from the Old High German name "Derindruda," which itself may have stemmed from the elements "dor" (meaning "spear") and "ind" (meaning "bright" or "shining"). Another possibility is that it is a variant of the Old Norse name "Þórindríðr," composed of the Norse god Thor's name and the element "ind."
The earliest recorded instances of the name Derinda date back to the late Middle Ages in various parts of Europe, particularly in Germanic regions. It appears to have been most commonly used in areas that are now part of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. However, its use was relatively uncommon and sporadic throughout much of history.
One notable historical figure who bore the name Derinda was Derinda von Westerholt, a German noblewoman who lived in the 15th century. She was a member of the influential Westerholt family and played a role in the political affairs of the region during her lifetime.
Another individual of note was Derinda Bähr, a German writer and poet who lived in the 17th century. She published several works of poetry and prose, contributing to the literary landscape of her time.
In the 18th century, there was a Derinda Müller, a German artist known for her intricate woodcarvings and sculptures. Her works were highly regarded and can be found in various collections and museums.
Moving into the 19th century, Derinda Krause was a German educator and advocate for women's rights. She founded several schools for girls and worked tirelessly to promote equal educational opportunities for women.
Finally, in the early 20th century, Derinda Hofer was a Swiss mountaineer and explorer. She led several expeditions to some of the world's highest peaks and was among the first women to summit several challenging mountains.
While the name Derinda has roots dating back centuries, it has remained relatively uncommon throughout history. Its usage has primarily been concentrated in Germanic-speaking regions, with only a handful of notable individuals bearing this name over the course of many centuries.
People
Derinda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Derinda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Derinda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Derinda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 328 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Derinda going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,044,983 US residents.
Is Derinda a common name?
We classify Derinda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 435 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Derinda most popular?
The single biggest year for Derinda was 1953, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Derinda is about 64 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Derinda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Derinda in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.