Glenda

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Glenda

Gender: Feminine
Language: English
Etymology:
Glenda is a modern creation, possibly based on Welsh elements meaning ”Pure Good.”

History:
Glenda was created in the United States in late 19th century. It crossed to England soon after, via Australia.

Pronunciation: glenn-dah.

Alternates: Glinda, Glynda, Glynae.

Famous Bearers:
Singers and Entertainers:
Glenda Jackson (1936-)
British actress.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
0.088 % named Glenda
0.002 % named Glinda
0.002 % named Glynda

Popularity of Glenda:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-1910: N/A
1910-1920: 834th most popular.
1920-1930: 633rd most popular.
1930-1940: 200th most popular.
1940-1950: 97th most popular.
1950-1960: 127th most popular.
1960-1970: 198th most popular.
1970-1980: 329th most popular.
1980-1990: 652nd most popular.
1990: 917th most popular.
1991: 931st most popular.
1992: 946th most popular.
1993: N/A

Popularity of Glinda:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-1940: N/A
1940-1950: 975th most popular.
1950-2000: N/A