Jolanda Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yo-LAN-duh //joʊˈlændə//
Origin: Dutch; Hebrew
Meaning: Dutch: Violet flower; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jolanda has its roots in the Old French name Yolande, which itself is derived from the Latin name Iolanda, a diminutive form of the Greek name Iole, meaning 'violet' or 'purple flower.' The name evolved through various languages, with Yolande being popularized in medieval France, particularly during the 12th century. The transition from Iolanda to Yolande and then to Jolanda illustrates the linguistic shifts that occurred as the name traveled through different cultures and languages, ultimately making its way into English usage by the late Middle Ages.
Historically, the name Yolande was borne by several notable figures, including Yolande of Aragon, a prominent queen consort in the 14th century, and Yolande of France, who was the mother of several kings. These figures contributed to the name's prestige and association with nobility.
The name also appears in various literary works and historical texts throughout the centuries, reinforcing its presence in European culture. The name's association with the color violet, often linked to royalty and nobility, further enhanced its appeal during the medieval period.
Culturally, Jolanda and its variants have been associated with themes of beauty, grace, and nobility, resonating with the symbolic meanings of flowers, particularly the violet. The name has been embraced in various cultures, often reflecting a connection to nature and femininity.
While Jolanda may not have the same historical prominence as its predecessors, its etymological roots and cultural significance continue to reflect a rich heritage that spans centuries.
Famous people named Jolanda
In this section, you will find notable people named Jolanda. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jolanda who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jolanda Neff is a cyclist best known for winning multiple UCI Mountain Bike World Championships and competing in the Olympics.
Jolanda de Rover is a Dutch singer best known for her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jolanda was first seen in the United States in 1918.
Jolanda has ranked as high as #1060 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Illinois, and Oklahoma.
In the past 5 years the name Jolanda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jolanda is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jolanda was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jolanda (1975)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jolanda.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1987 | 18 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1976 | 27 |
| 1975 | 38 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1970 | 30 |
| 1969 | 37 |
| 1968 | 45 |
| 1967 | 34 |
| 1966 | 51 |
| 1965 | 55 |
| 1964 | 48 |
| 1963 | 38 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |