Golda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationGOAL-duh / /ˈɡoʊldə/Hebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: gold; Yiddish: precious
Historical & Cultural Background
Golda is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'gold.' It has been used in Jewish communities, particularly among Yiddish speakers. The name gained prominence in the 20th century, notably through Golda Meir, who served as Prime Minister of Israel. The name reflects a cultural appreciation for precious materials and has been associated with strength and leadership.
Trend Summary
Golda has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often associated with historical figures rather than contemporary trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Goldie
International Variants
- Golda (Hebrew)
- Goldie (English)
Famous people named Golda
Golda Meir was an Israeli politician and the fourth Prime Minister of Israel, known for her leadership during the Yom Kippur War.
Golda Tencer is a notable Yiddish actress and singer, recognized for her contributions to Jewish theater.
Fictional characters named Golda
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Golda was first seen in the United States in 1880. Golda has ranked as high as #676 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in New York, Kentucky, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Golda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Golda (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 32 | |
| NJ | 12 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 18 |
| 1885 | 38 |
| 1886 | 32 |
| 1887 | 25 |
| 1888 | 35 |
| 1889 | 45 |
| 1890 | 52 |
| 1891 | 49 |
| 1892 | 57 |
| 1893 | 57 |
| 1894 | 86 |
| 1895 | 65 |
| 1896 | 84 |
| 1897 | 82 |
| 1898 | 90 |
| 1899 | 81 |
| 1900 | 106 |
| 1901 | 87 |
| 1902 | 81 |
| 1903 | 85 |
| 1904 | 86 |
| 1905 | 81 |
| 1906 | 70 |
| 1907 | 87 |
| 1908 | 98 |
| 1909 | 101 |
| 1910 | 79 |
| 1911 | 85 |
| 1912 | 104 |
| 1913 | 117 |
| 1914 | 126 |
| 1915 | 158 |
| 1916 | 154 |
| 1917 | 144 |
| 1918 | 147 |
| 1919 | 127 |
| 1920 | 136 |
| 1921 | 119 |
| 1922 | 94 |
| 1923 | 93 |
| 1924 | 83 |
| 1925 | 98 |
| 1926 | 101 |
| 1927 | 93 |
| 1928 | 65 |
| 1929 | 55 |
| 1930 | 58 |
| 1931 | 54 |
| 1932 | 53 |
| 1933 | 28 |
| 1934 | 55 |
| 1935 | 63 |
| 1936 | 57 |
| 1937 | 41 |
| 1938 | 37 |
| 1939 | 47 |
| 1940 | 40 |
| 1941 | 32 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 27 |
| 1946 | 22 |
| 1947 | 22 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 28 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 31 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 37 |
| 2011 | 35 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 34 |
| 2015 | 45 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 47 |
| 2021 | 62 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 65 |