Lenda
A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Latin or Portuguese.
Name Census estimates that about 508 living Americans carry the first name Lenda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lenda today is around 72 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lenda births was 1947 (54 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lenda. 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.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Lenda is about 72 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Lendas were born before 1964.
People living today
508
~ 1 in 674,713 Americans
Peak year
1947
54 babies that year
Average age
72
years old
1996 SSA rank
#12,768
Tracked since 1917
Popularity
Lenda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lenda from the 1910s through to the 1990s, spanning 9 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 373 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1940s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lenda 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 Lenda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Lendas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. Texas, California, Tennessee recorded the most babies named Lenda, while Missouri, Georgia, Arkansas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lenda
The name Lenda is believed to have its origins in the ancient Sumerian language, one of the earliest known written languages dating back to around 3500 BC. While its exact etymology is uncertain, some scholars suggest it may be derived from the Sumerian word "lenda," which means "beautiful" or "radiant."
In ancient Sumerian culture, names were often chosen to reflect desired qualities or aspirations for the child. The name Lenda may have been bestowed upon newborns as a wish for them to possess beauty, grace, or a radiant personality.
Early historical records mentioning the name Lenda are scarce, but it is believed to have been in use among the Sumerian people and possibly other ancient Mesopotamian civilizations. As these cultures were greatly influenced by Sumerian language and traditions, the name may have spread to neighboring regions.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Lenda is a Sumerian priestess who lived around 2500 BC. She is mentioned in cuneiform inscriptions found in the ancient city of Ur, where she served in the temple dedicated to the moon goddess Nanna.
In the 6th century BC, there is a record of a woman named Lenda who was a skilled weaver in the Persian city of Susa. Her exceptional craftsmanship was noted in historical accounts, and some of her intricate tapestries were reportedly displayed in the royal palace.
During the Byzantine Empire, a noblewoman named Lenda lived in the 10th century AD. She was renowned for her charitable works and founded a hospice in Constantinople to care for the sick and destitute.
In the 12th century, a Mongolian warrior named Lenda was part of Genghis Khan's military campaigns. Historical chronicles describe his bravery and skill in battle, earning him a reputation as one of Khan's most trusted commanders.
In the 16th century, there was a renowned Italian artist named Lenda who specialized in fresco painting. Her vibrant and detailed works adorned churches and palaces throughout northern Italy, showcasing her mastery of color and composition.
While the name Lenda has been used across various cultures and time periods, its ancient Sumerian roots and connection to beauty and radiance have remained a consistent theme throughout its history.
People
Lenda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lenda 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
Lenda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lenda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 508 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lenda 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 674,713 US residents.
Is Lenda a common name?
We classify Lenda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 872 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lenda most popular?
The single biggest year for Lenda was 1947, when 54 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lenda is about 72 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Lenda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lenda 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.