Lurdes Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOOR-des / ˈluɾðesSpanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: derived from 'Lourdes', referring to the Virgin Mary; Portuguese: associated with the town of Lourdes in France.
Historical & Cultural Background
Lurdes is a feminine name primarily used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. It is often associated with the Marian apparition in Lourdes, France, which has significant religious importance. The name has been popularized through various cultural references and is commonly given to girls born in religious families.
Trend Summary
Lurdes has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often influenced by cultural and religious trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lourdes
International Variants
- Lourdes (French)
- Lurdes (Catalan)
Famous people named Lurdes
Lurdes de Sousa; she is known for her contributions to Portuguese literature.
Lurdes Maria; a prominent figure in the field of education in Brazil.
Fictional characters named Lurdes
Lurdes; a character in the Brazilian telenovela 'Avenida Brasil'.
Lurdes; a character in the film 'O Cangaceiro'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lurdes was first seen in the United States in 1953. Lurdes has ranked as high as #1083 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Lurdes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lurdes (1994)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |