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Delinda

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Pronounced deh-LIN-dah /dəˈlɪn.dɑ/Medium

Meaning: Delinda is an elaboration of Linda, which means 'pretty' in Spanish and derives from a Germanic element for 'soft, tender' (also linked to the linden tree).Low

In 30 seconds: A dressed-up Linda: Delinda carries the sense 'pretty, soft' (said 'deh-LIN-dah'). Melodic and vintage.
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Origin LowSpanish, Germanic
MeaningDelinda is an elaboration of Linda, which means 'pretty' in Spanish and derives from a Germanic element for 'soft, tender' (also linked to the linden tree).
U.S. rank (2012)#17555 ↘ Falling
2012 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1964
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,210

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196419172012

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Delinda extends Linda ('pretty; soft'), with the De- opening giving it extra flourish. It crested near 1964 among elaborated Linda names (said 'deh-LIN-dah').

It stayed uncommon and is rare today. Pretty, lilting, and period.

Did you know? Delinda was most common around 1964, part of the wave of expanded -linda names.
Overall data confidence 48%
References — Delinda — Elaboration of Linda; Spanish 'pretty' / Germanic 'soft'

Variations

BelindaMelindaDorinda

Nicknames

LindaLindy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Delinda mean?

Delinda elaborates Linda, carrying the sense 'pretty' or 'soft.'

How do you pronounce Delinda?

It's said deh-LIN-dah /dəˈlɪn.dɑ/ — the stress lands on the part shown in capitals.

Is Delinda a comeback name?

It's rare today and reads as a decorative mid-century Linda variant.

How popular is Delinda?

Delinda saw modest use in the mid-nineteen-sixties and has been uncommon since.

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