Yalonda Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yah-LON-dah /jəˈlɒndə/
Origin: African American; English
Meaning: African American: a variant of Yolanda; English: violet flower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yalonda is believed to have roots in the African American community, emerging in the 20th century as a modern variant of the name Yolanda. Yolanda itself has a more established etymology, tracing back to the Greek word "iolanthe," which means "violet flower." This Greek term was adopted into Latin as "Yolanda" and became popular in medieval Europe, particularly in France and Spain, where it was borne by several notable figures, including saints and queens.
The name Yolanda was introduced into English through various cultural exchanges and adaptations over the centuries, particularly during the Renaissance when classical names gained renewed interest. Historically, the name Yolanda was associated with several prominent figures, such as Yolanda of Aragon, a queen consort in the 13th century, and Yolanda of Hungary, a queen in the 14th century.
These associations helped to solidify the name's presence in European history. The name gained further traction in the English-speaking world through literary works and translations, including the King James Bible, which contributed to the dissemination of biblical names and their variants.
Culturally, names like Yalonda and Yolanda have been embraced for their floral connotations, symbolizing beauty and grace. The name Yalonda, as a derivative, reflects a trend in African American naming practices that often involve the creation of unique forms or adaptations of existing names, infusing them with personal or cultural significance.
This practice highlights the importance of names as expressions of identity and heritage within the community, allowing for a rich tapestry of meanings and associations that endure through generations.
Famous people named Yalonda
In this section, you will find notable people named Yalonda. 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 Yalonda who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Yalonda Adams is a singer and radio host best known for her albums Mountain High...Valley Low, Believe, and Day by Day.
Yalonda Williams is a professional basketball player best known for her time with the Houston Comets and the WNBA.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yalonda was first seen in the United States in 1955.
Yalonda has ranked as high as #2645 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Ohio, Michigan, Florida, Georgia, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Yalonda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yalonda 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 Yalonda was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Yalonda.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 9 | 9 |
| 1997 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 | 7 |
| 1994 | 13 | 13 |
| 1993 | 12 | 12 |
| 1992 | 15 | 15 |
| 1991 | 15 | 15 |
| 1990 | 16 | 16 |
| 1989 | 10 | 10 |
| 1988 | 20 | 20 |
| 1987 | 14 | 14 |
| 1986 | 20 | 20 |
| 1985 | 23 | 23 |
| 1984 | 32 | 32 |
| 1983 | 35 | 35 |
| 1982 | 22 | 22 |
| 1981 | 54 | 54 |
| 1980 | 38 | 38 |
| 1979 | 37 | 37 |
| 1978 | 44 | 44 |
| 1977 | 42 | 42 |
| 1976 | 50 | 50 |
| 1975 | 55 | 55 |
| 1974 | 56 | 56 |
| 1973 | 48 | 48 |
| 1972 | 44 | 44 |
| 1971 | 50 | 50 |
| 1970 | 42 | 42 |
| 1969 | 38 | 38 |
| 1968 | 32 | 32 |
| 1967 | 27 | 27 |
| 1966 | 24 | 24 |
| 1965 | 27 | 27 |
| 1964 | 17 | 17 |
| 1963 | 16 | 16 |
| 1962 | 14 | 14 |
| 1961 | 14 | 14 |
| 1960 | 9 | 9 |
| 1959 | 7 | 7 |
| 1958 | 9 | 9 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Yalonda (1988)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |