Larenda
A feminine name derived from Greek meaning "to be radiant".
Name Census estimates that about 303 living Americans carry the first name Larenda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Larenda today is around 53 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Larenda births was 1985 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Larenda. 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
303
~ 1 in 1,131,202 Americans
Peak year
1985
16 babies that year
Average age
53
years old
1993 SSA rank
#14,714
Tracked since 1955
Popularity
Larenda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Larenda from the 1950s through to the 1990s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 108 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Larenda 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 Larenda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Larenda
The name Larenda has its origins in ancient Greece, stemming from the Greek word "larendos," which means "serenity" or "tranquility." This name gained popularity during the classical era, particularly in the regions of Athens and Corinth.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Larenda can be found in the writings of the revered Greek philosopher, Plato. In his dialogues, he mentions a character named Larenda, who was renowned for her wisdom and calm demeanor. This association with serenity and intelligence likely contributed to the name's enduring appeal throughout the centuries.
During the Hellenistic period, the name Larenda spread beyond the borders of Greece, gaining recognition in various parts of the Mediterranean region. It was particularly embraced by the educated and elite classes, who valued the virtues of calmness and composure that the name embodied.
In the 4th century BCE, a prominent Athenian scholar and poet, Larenda of Cyrene, gained acclaim for her lyrical works and philosophical musings. Her writings were widely circulated, further popularizing the name among intellectuals and literary circles.
The name Larenda also found its way into the pages of ancient Roman literature. The renowned Roman poet, Ovid, mentioned a character by this name in his epic work, "Metamorphoses." This literary reference helped to solidify the name's place in the cultural lexicon of the time.
Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the name Larenda, including:
1. Larenda of Ephesus (c. 200 BCE), a renowned Greek physician and herbalist, renowned for her contributions to the study of medicinal plants.
2. Larenda Aurelia (c. 50 CE), a Roman noblewoman and patron of the arts, known for her patronage of various poets and philosophers.
3. Larenda Basilissa (c. 900 CE), a Byzantine scholar and translator, responsible for translating numerous Greek texts into Latin, facilitating the spread of knowledge during the Middle Ages.
4. Larenda Ventura (1492-1560), an Italian Renaissance painter and fresco artist, celebrated for her vibrant depictions of religious subjects and mythological scenes.
5. Larenda Montague (1720-1801), a British writer and philosopher, whose works explored the concepts of human nature and the pursuit of happiness.
While the name Larenda has waxed and waned in popularity over the centuries, it has maintained a strong connection to its Greek roots, symbolizing serenity, wisdom, and a love for the arts and intellectual pursuits.
People
Larenda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Larenda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Larenda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Larenda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 303 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Larenda 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 1,131,202 US residents.
Is Larenda a common name?
We classify Larenda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 347 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Larenda most popular?
The single biggest year for Larenda was 1985, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Larenda is about 53 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Larenda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Larenda 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.