Glinda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Glinda has its roots in English, combining elements that mean glamorous or fair. It has evolved through various historical forms and gained prominence in popular culture through literature. Glinda is associated with traits of kindness and magic, and it has no biblical relevance.
The name Glinda is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Glinda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Glinda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1850th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1060th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3239th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Glinda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Glinda"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡlɪndə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Glinda is believed to be a combination of the Welsh word 'glin,' meaning 'glamorous' or 'fair,' and the suffix '-da,' which suggests a feminine form.
Meaning
fair, beautiful, glamorous
Language Evolution
Glynd, Glind, Glinda
Historical Usage
Glinda gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly after its use in L. Frank Baum's 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz' where Glinda is portrayed as the Good Witch of the South.
Variants & Derivatives
Glind, Glynda
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Glinda is perceived as a whimsical and enchanting name, often associated with kindness and magic due to its literary origins.
Famous People
Glinda the Good Witch (fictional character), Glinda Radner (actress and comedian)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Glinda"
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 "Glinda"
"Glinda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1850th of 9204 | 360 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1060th of 12526 | 1,787 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3239th of 19264 | 335 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12632nd of 27321 | 60 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Glinda" 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 "Glinda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
46.11% 1085th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
72.70% 1619th/2227 |
- |
22.85% 652nd/2853 |
54.81% 1521st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
89.27% 2622nd/2937 |
- |
62.59% 2202nd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Glinda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Glinda" 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.