Find out how popular the first name Herlinda has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Herlinda by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Herlinda is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 13 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Herlinda.

The history of the first name Herlinda

The given name Herlinda is of Spanish origin, derived from the Germanic elements "heri" meaning army and "lind" meaning serpent or snake. It emerged during the Middle Ages, likely around the 8th or 9th century CE, as Spanish names began incorporating Germanic elements due to the Visigothic influence in the Iberian Peninsula.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Herlinda can be found in the medieval Spanish epic poem "El Cantar de Mio Cid," which dates back to the 12th century. In the poem, Herlinda is mentioned as the name of a noblewoman from the court of King Alfonso VI of León and Castile.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Herlinda. One of the most famous was Herlinda of Flanders (c. 1020-1087), a Flemish noblewoman who became the wife of Robert I, Duke of Burgundy. She played a significant role in the political affairs of the Duchy of Burgundy during the 11th century.

Another historical figure was Herlinda of Altdorf (c. 1105-1160), a German abbess who served as the head of the Benedictine convent in Altdorf, Bavaria. She was known for her piety and her efforts to promote education and literacy among the nuns under her leadership.

In the 13th century, Herlinda de Baux (c. 1225-1295) was a prominent figure in the County of Provence, France. She was the daughter of Barral of Baux, a powerful nobleman, and played an important role in the political affairs of the region during her lifetime.

Herlinda de Guzmán (c. 1460-1525) was a Spanish noblewoman who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Isabella I of Castile. She accompanied the Queen on various important occasions, including the historic meeting with Christopher Columbus upon his return from the Americas in 1493.

While the name Herlinda has been less common in recent times, it has maintained a presence throughout history, particularly in Spain and parts of Latin America, where it remains a traditional and culturally significant name.

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