Youlanda Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyou-LAN-duh / juːˈlændəEnglish; African American
Meaning
English: A variant of Yolanda; African American: A modern creation
Historical & Cultural Background
Youlanda is a modern name that has emerged primarily within African American communities. It is often considered a variant of the name Yolanda, which has Spanish origins. The name Yolanda itself has historical roots in medieval literature and has been used in various cultures. Youlanda reflects a trend of creating unique names that maintain a connection to traditional roots while embracing individuality.
Trend Summary
Youlanda is a relatively uncommon name that has seen limited use in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Youlanda was first seen in the United States in 1946. Youlanda has ranked as high as #1069 nationally, which occurred in 1969, and has been most popular in Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, California, and South Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Youlanda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Youlanda (1978)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 24 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 23 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 28 |
| 1965 | 35 |
| 1966 | 42 |
| 1967 | 27 |
| 1968 | 49 |
| 1969 | 50 |
| 1970 | 50 |
| 1971 | 43 |
| 1972 | 43 |
| 1973 | 32 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |