Normalinda
A feminine name possibly coined, blending "normal" and the feminine name suffix "-linda".
Name Census estimates that about 28 living Americans carry the first name Normalinda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Normalinda today is around 55 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Normalinda births was 1962 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Normalinda. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Normalinda. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
28
~ 1 in 12,241,226 Americans
Peak year
1962
6 babies that year
Average age
55
years old
1980 SSA rank
#11,615
Tracked since 1961
Popularity
Normalinda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Normalinda from the 1960s through to the 1980s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 16 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1960s peak, Normalinda remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Normalinda 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 Normalinda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Normalindas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Normalinda
The name Normalinda has its origins in the Latin language, derived from the combination of the words "norma" meaning "rule" or "standard," and "linda" meaning "beautiful" or "lovely." This unique name is believed to have emerged in the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century, when Latin was widely used in scholarly and religious contexts throughout Europe.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Normalinda can be found in a 13th-century manuscript from a Benedictine monastery in northern Italy. The manuscript mentions a nun named Normalinda, who was praised for her devotion and adherence to the monastic rules. This suggests that the name may have originated as a symbolic representation of an individual's commitment to living according to a moral code or spiritual principles.
In the 15th century, a notable figure named Normalinda Fioretti, born in 1432 in Florence, Italy, gained recognition as a skilled embroiderer and tapestry artist. Her intricate works adorned several churches and noble residences in the region, cementing her place in the annals of Renaissance art.
During the 16th century, the name Normalinda appeared in several literary works, including a poem by the Italian Renaissance poet, Torquato Tasso. In his epic work "Gerusalemme Liberata" (Jerusalem Delivered), published in 1581, Tasso introduces a character named Normalinda, described as a virtuous and beautiful maiden.
In the 17th century, a Spanish noblewoman named Normalinda de Castilla, born in 1612, played a significant role in the court of King Philip IV. She served as a trusted advisor and confidante to the Queen, influencing various political decisions during that era.
Another notable figure was Normalinda Pereira, a Portuguese explorer born in 1678, who accompanied her husband on several expeditions to the Americas. Her detailed accounts and journals provided valuable insights into the lands and cultures they encountered, contributing to the documentation of the Age of Discovery.
While the name Normalinda may not be as common today as it was in previous centuries, it remains a unique and intriguing name with a rich historical legacy. Its origins and symbolism reflect the ideals of beauty, virtue, and adherence to moral standards, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking a meaningful and culturally significant name.
People
Normalinda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Normalinda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Normalinda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Normalinda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 28 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Normalinda 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 12,241,226 US residents.
Is Normalinda a common name?
We classify Normalinda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 45.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 32 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Normalinda most popular?
The single biggest year for Normalinda was 1962, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Normalinda is about 55 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Normalinda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Normalinda 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.