Fernanda Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfer-NAN-duh / /fɛrˈnændə/Spanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: adventurous; Portuguese: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Fernanda is a feminine name derived from the Germanic elements 'fardi' meaning journey and 'nand' meaning brave or daring. It has been popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name has historical significance due to its association with various queens and noblewomen in Europe.
Trend Summary
Fernanda has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fernand
- Fern
- Fer
International Variants
- Fernando (Spanish)
- Fernand (French)
- Ferdinand (German)
Famous people named Fernanda
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fernanda was first seen in the United States in 1970. Fernanda has ranked as high as #1370 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Fernanda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fernanda
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |