Girl
Glenda
glen, valley
About Glenda
Glenda carries a polished elegance that feels simultaneously timeless and fresh to contemporary ears. This distinguished name balances classic structure with a gentle femininity, creating an impression of refined grace without pretension.
The name's smooth sound pattern flows beautifully when spoken, with a natural rhythm that remains pleasing across countless repetitions throughout life.
Glenda suggests someone who navigates social situations with natural poise while maintaining genuine warmth—a combination that opens doors throughout life's journey. The name's relatively uncommon status in current generations allows your daughter to enjoy its distinctive character without the confusion of sharing her name with multiple classmates. It provides an excellent foundation for developing her unique identity while connecting to a heritage of quiet strength.
Popularity of the Name Glenda
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1911 | #843 | ||
| 1912 | #798 | ||
| 1913 | #761 | ||
| 1914 | #808 | ||
| 1915 | #800 | ||
| 1916 | #850 | ||
| 1917 | #769 | ||
| 1918 | #766 | ||
| 1919 | #798 | ||
| 1920 | #697 | ||
| 1921 | #687 | ||
| 1922 | #675 | ||
| 1923 | #670 | ||
| 1924 | #613 | ||
| 1925 | #611 | ||
| 1926 | #541 | ||
| 1927 | #556 | ||
| 1928 | #508 | ||
| 1929 | #497 | ||
| 1930 | #495 | ||
| 1931 | #428 | ||
| 1932 | #387 | ||
| 1933 | #232 | ||
| 1934 | #194 | ||
| 1935 | #169 | #192 | |
| 1936 | #150 | ||
| 1937 | #146 | ||
| 1938 | #123 | #166 | |
| 1939 | #112 | #90 | |
| 1940 | #107 | #98 | |
| 1941 | #96 | #107 | |
| 1942 | #89 | #115 | |
| 1943 | #83 | #137 | |
| 1944 | #79 | #104 | |
| 1945 | #92 | #111 | |
| 1946 | #99 | #116 | |
| 1947 | #96 | #142 | |
| 1948 | #92 | #129 | |
| 1949 | #87 | #99 | |
| 1950 | #87 | #80 | |
| 1951 | #89 | #74 | |
| 1952 | #97 | #66 | |
| 1953 | #105 | #58 | |
| 1954 | #114 | #57 | |
| 1955 | #128 | #47 | |
| 1956 | #134 | #43 | |
| 1957 | #134 | #64 | |
| 1958 | #141 | #72 | |
| 1959 | #148 | #63 | |
| 1960 | #158 | #85 | |
| 1961 | #159 | #96 | |
| 1962 | #166 | #110 | |
| 1963 | #187 | #115 | |
| 1964 | #198 | #128 | |
| 1965 | #217 | #143 | #408 |
| 1966 | #221 | #135 | #361 |
| 1967 | #252 | #156 | |
| 1968 | #272 | #207 | |
| 1969 | #298 | #169 | #414 |
| 1970 | #312 | #162 | #415 |
| 1971 | #333 | #315 | #363 |
| 1972 | #359 | #286 | #293 |
| 1973 | #372 | #209 | #242 |
| 1974 | #398 | #262 | #228 |
| 1975 | #443 | #279 | #238 |
| 1976 | #436 | #205 | |
| 1977 | #477 | #185 | |
| 1978 | #516 | #200 | |
| 1979 | #604 | #222 | |
| 1980 | #567 | #203 | |
| 1981 | #593 | #214 | |
| 1982 | #568 | #253 | |
| 1983 | #613 | #290 | |
| 1984 | #713 | #372 | |
| 1985 | #785 | #373 | |
| 1986 | #842 | #400 | |
| 1987 | #909 | #458 | |
| 1988 | #969 | ||
| 1989 | #895 | ||
| 1992 | #568 | ||
| 1994 | #423 | ||
| 1995 | #554 | ||
| 1997 | #618 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Glenda
Names Similar to Glenda
Nicknames for Glenda
- Glen
- Glenny
- Gigi
- Lenny
