Yolande Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-LAND / joˈlɑ̃dFrench; Germanic
Meaning
French: violet flower; Germanic: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Yolande is a name of French origin, derived from the Old French name 'Yolande', which is linked to the word for violet. The name has been used in various royal families, particularly in France during the medieval period. It gained popularity in the 14th and 15th centuries, often associated with noblewomen. Yolande has also been used in literature and art, symbolizing beauty and nobility.
Trend Summary
Yolande has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline in usage since the early 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yolanda
International Variants
- Yolande (French)
- Yolanda (Spanish)
- Iolanda (Italian)
Famous people named Yolande
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yolande was first seen in the United States in 1902. Yolande has ranked as high as #1083 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in Louisiana, New York, Maine, Massachusetts, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Yolande has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yolande (1980)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 16 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 17 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 27 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 34 |
| 1919 | 27 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 29 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 24 |
| 1924 | 26 |
| 1925 | 34 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 34 |
| 1928 | 26 |
| 1929 | 34 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 30 |
| 1934 | 24 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 14 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 38 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 32 |
| 1955 | 17 |
| 1956 | 25 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 29 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 24 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 36 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 40 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 14 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |