Walda Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationWAL-duh / /ˈwɔːldə/Old German; English
Meaning
Old German: rule; English: powerful
Historical & Cultural Background
Walda is derived from the Old German name 'Waldhar', which combines elements meaning 'rule' and 'army'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Germanic regions. The name has seen limited use in modern times but retains a classic charm.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Walda was first seen in the United States in 1911. Walda has ranked as high as #963 nationally, which occurred in 1948, and has been most popular in New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Walda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Walda (1948)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 16 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 14 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 19 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 36 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 15 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |