Verlinda
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Erlinda.
Name Census estimates that about 460 living Americans carry the first name Verlinda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Verlinda today is around 64 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Verlinda births was 1958 (44 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Verlinda. 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
460
~ 1 in 745,118 Americans
Peak year
1958
44 babies that year
Average age
64
years old
1991 SSA rank
#13,088
Tracked since 1943
Popularity
Verlinda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Verlinda from the 1940s through to the 1990s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 259 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1950s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Verlinda 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 Verlinda during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Verlindas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Arkansas, Florida, South Carolina recorded the most babies named Verlinda, while South Carolina, Florida, Arkansas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 5 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Verlinda
Verlinda is a unique and relatively uncommon given name that has its roots in the Dutch language. The name is believed to have originated during the Middle Ages, potentially as a combination of the Dutch words "ver" meaning "far" and "linde" meaning "linden tree." This suggests that the name may have been inspired by the concept of a distant or distant linden tree, possibly referring to a geographical location or a symbolic representation.
One of the earliest known records of the name Verlinda can be traced back to the 14th century in the Netherlands. In a historic census record from the city of Utrecht, a woman named Verlinda van der Meer was listed as a resident. This provides evidence that the name was in use during that time period, although its precise origins and meaning remain somewhat ambiguous.
Throughout the centuries, the name Verlinda has appeared sporadically in various historical documents, often associated with individuals of Dutch or Flemish descent. Notably, in the 16th century, a woman named Verlinda Brouwers was mentioned in a legal document from the city of Antwerp, suggesting that the name had spread to the Flemish region as well.
While the name Verlinda may not have been widely popular or associated with any famous historical figures, it is worth mentioning a few individuals who bore this name and left their mark in various fields. In the 18th century, Verlinda Jansen was a renowned Dutch painter known for her still-life compositions and portraits. Around the same time, Verlinda van der Linden was a respected author and poet from Amsterdam, whose works explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality.
In the 19th century, Verlinda Smits was a notable Belgian mathematician and educator, known for her contributions to the field of arithmetic and her pioneering efforts in promoting education for women. Additionally, Verlinda Verhoeven was a prominent Dutch physician and activist who advocated for improved healthcare and social reform in the Netherlands during the late 19th century.
Finally, in the 20th century, Verlinda van Dijk was a highly acclaimed Dutch architect who designed several iconic buildings and landmarks in her home country, leaving a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of the Netherlands.
While the name Verlinda may not be as widely recognized as some other names, its unique origins and historical ties to the Dutch and Flemish cultures make it a fascinating and intriguing name with a rich backstory.
People
Verlinda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Verlinda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Verlinda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Verlinda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 460 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Verlinda 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 745,118 US residents.
Is Verlinda a common name?
We classify Verlinda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 610 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Verlinda most popular?
The single biggest year for Verlinda was 1958, when 44 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Verlinda is about 64 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Verlinda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Verlinda 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.