Fernanda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Fernanda has its roots in Spanish and Portuguese, evolving from the Gothic name Ferdinand, which means 'adventurous or bold traveler'. It has gained popularity in various cultures and is viewed positively in modern times. Fernanda does not have a biblical background and is associated with notable figures in entertainment and sports.
The name Fernanda is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Fernanda has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Fernanda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21999th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3035th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3528th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4571st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1766th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 464th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 512th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Fernanda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fernanda"
Pronunciation
/fɛrˈnændə/
Origin
Spanish and Portuguese
Etymology
The name Fernanda is derived from the Gothic name 'Ferdinand', which is composed of the elements 'frithu' meaning 'peace' and 'nanth' meaning 'courage' or 'brave'.
Meaning
adventurous or bold traveler
Language Evolution
Ferdinand, Fernandus, Fernanda
Historical Usage
Fernanda gained popularity in the Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly among the aristocracy and the upper classes.
Variants & Derivatives
Fern, Nanda, Ferna
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Fernanda is viewed as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Fernanda Montenegro - Brazilian actress, Fernanda Lima - Brazilian television host and model, Fernanda Oliveira - Brazilian sailor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fernanda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Fernanda"
"Fernanda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7892nd of 10718 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 21999th of 24088 | 8 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3035th of 9107 | 161 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3528th of 9204 | 122 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4170th of 12526 | 166 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4571st of 19264 | 197 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1766th of 27321 | 1,203 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 464th of 35406 | 10,332 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 512th of 30306 | 7,394 |
Regional Popularity of "Fernanda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Fernanda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
86.95% 1199th/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
93.63% 2203rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
72.68% 2939th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
67.95% 2504th/3685 |
62.06% 2777th/4475 |
33.44% 1737th/5194 |
13.66% 863rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.05% 827th/4582 |
18.42% 951st/5164 |
6.28% 459th/7313 |
3.87% 289th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.67% 903rd/3984 |
22.51% 1010th/4487 |
6.76% 461st/6822 |
5.48% 344th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Fernanda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fernanda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.