Find out how popular the first name Yolonda has been for the last 33 years (from 1974 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Yolonda by gender

Based on the last 33 years of data, Yolonda is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Yolonda.

The history of the first name Yolonda

The name Yolonda is derived from the French name Yolande, which in turn comes from the Germanic name Yolanda. The Germanic name is a compound of the elements "geu" (a battle cry) and "landa" (land or territory), effectively meaning "violet land" or "violet territory."

The name Yolande first gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in France and other parts of Western Europe. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Yolande of Aragon (1384-1442), a Countess of Aragon and Queen consort of Aragon and Sardinia through her marriage to King John I.

Another notable historical figure with the name was Yolande of Anjou (1412-1440), Duchess of Anjou and Countess of Provence. She played a significant role in the Hundred Years' War, supporting the French Dauphin Charles VII against the English.

In the 16th century, Yolande of Valois (1498-1524), Duchess of Lorraine, was a prominent figure in the French court. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of the Renaissance movement.

The name Yolonda, with a slightly different spelling, also has historical roots. One notable bearer was Yolonda Betbeze (1923-1997), an American artist and educator known for her abstract expressionist paintings.

Another historical figure with the name Yolonda was Yolonda Modesta Hughes Richardson (1910-1996), an African American educator and civil rights activist who played a significant role in desegregating schools in Washington, D.C.

While the name Yolande or Yolonda has been less common in recent decades, it has a rich history spanning several centuries and various cultural contexts, from European royalty to influential artists and activists.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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