Linda: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A pretty one, gentle and kind through the years.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #825
- Peak
- #1 in 1947
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Linda Means
Linda is a girl name of English origin. A pretty one, gentle and kind through the years.
How Popular Linda Is
Linda currently ranks #825 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1947. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Linda
- Linda was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #1 in 1947.
- Once a top name, Linda has become less common in recent decades, giving it a distinctive vintage appeal.
- Linda has been a top 100 name across 166+ years of American history.
- Linda is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Linda
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Linda
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Linda.
Questions About Linda
What does Linda mean?
Linda is a girl name of English origin. A pretty one, gentle and kind through the years.
How popular is Linda?
Linda currently ranks #825 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 1947. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Linda come from?
Linda comes from English roots. Linda was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #1 in 1947.
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