Yolonda Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: yo-LON-da /jəˈlɒndə/
Origin: Spanish; African American
Meaning: Spanish: violet flower; African American: a variant of Yolanda
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yolonda is believed to have roots in the Greek name "Iolanthe," which means "violet flower." The name evolved through various linguistic adaptations, with the Old French form "Yolande" emerging in the medieval period. This form was introduced into English during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it became associated with nobility and royal lineage, particularly through figures such as Yolande of Aragon, a prominent queen in the 15th century who played a significant role in the politics of her time.
In the context of historical milestones, Yolanda has been borne by several notable figures throughout history. One of the most significant was Yolande of Aragon (c.
1381–1446), who was instrumental in the dynastic politics of France and played a crucial role in the Hundred Years' War. Her influence extended to the cultural and political spheres of her time, making the name synonymous with strength and leadership.
Additionally, the name appears in various literary works and translations, contributing to its historical resonance. Culturally, Yolonda and its variants have been associated with themes of beauty and nature, reflecting the meaning of "violet flower." The name has often been embraced in artistic and literary contexts, symbolizing grace and elegance.
The diminutive form "Yola" has also been used in various cultures, adding a layer of familiarity and affection to the name. Overall, Yolonda carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its etymological origins and the notable figures who have borne it.
Famous people named Yolonda
In this section, you will find notable people named Yolonda. 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 Yolonda who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Yolonda Adams is a singer and radio host best known for her albums Mountain High...Valley Low, Believe, and Day by Day.
Yolonda Williams is a television personality best known for her work on the show The Real World: Los Angeles.
Fictional characters named Yolonda
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Yolonda is a fictional character from the novel Yolonda's Genius by Carol Fenner. She is a young girl who navigates her identity and talents while dealing with the challenges of growing up in a complex environment.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yolonda was first seen in the United States in 1923.
Yolonda has ranked as high as #1308 nationally, which occurred in 1972, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, Louisiana, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Yolonda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Yolonda 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 Yolonda 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 Yolonda.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 | 10 |
| 2004 | 12 | 12 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 |
| 1996 | 15 | 15 |
| 1995 | 19 | 19 |
| 1994 | 9 | 9 |
| 1993 | 16 | 16 |
| 1992 | 18 | 18 |
| 1991 | 27 | 27 |
| 1990 | 27 | 27 |
| 1989 | 20 | 20 |
| 1988 | 21 | 21 |
| 1987 | 28 | 28 |
| 1986 | 32 | 32 |
| 1985 | 41 | 41 |
| 1984 | 45 | 45 |
| 1983 | 52 | 52 |
| 1982 | 65 | 65 |
| 1981 | 86 | 86 |
| 1980 | 90 | 90 |
| 1979 | 96 | 96 |
| 1978 | 95 | 95 |
| 1977 | 112 | 112 |
| 1976 | 108 | 108 |
| 1975 | 126 | 126 |
| 1974 | 138 | 138 |
| 1973 | 149 | 149 |
| 1972 | 188 | 188 |
| 1971 | 185 | 185 |
| 1970 | 178 | 178 |
| 1969 | 164 | 164 |
| 1968 | 157 | 157 |
| 1967 | 134 | 134 |
| 1966 | 138 | 138 |
| 1965 | 117 | 117 |
| 1964 | 115 | 115 |
| 1963 | 100 | 100 |
| 1962 | 91 | 91 |
| 1961 | 97 | 97 |
| 1960 | 74 | 74 |
| 1959 | 95 | 95 |
| 1958 | 71 | 71 |
| 1957 | 69 | 69 |
| 1956 | 61 | 61 |
| 1955 | 36 | 36 |
| 1954 | 29 | 29 |
| 1953 | 27 | 27 |
| 1952 | 32 | 32 |
| 1951 | 36 | 36 |
| 1950 | 28 | 28 |
| 1949 | 22 | 22 |
| 1948 | 18 | 18 |
| 1947 | 25 | 25 |
| 1946 | 20 | 20 |
| 1944 | 8 | 8 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 9 | 9 |
| 1937 | 8 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 11 | 11 |
| 1932 | 6 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 | 7 |
| 1924 | 8 | 8 |
| 1923 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Yolonda (1985)
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 | |
| PA | 5 |