Yalda
YAL-dah
Yalda is a girl’s name of Persian origin, meaning “Yalda refers to the longest night of the year, the winter solstice, celebrated in Persian culture. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness.”. It currently ranks #10204 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.
What Yalda Means
“Yalda refers to the longest night of the year, the winter solstice, celebrated in Persian culture. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness.”
The Story of Yalda
On the longest night, ancient Persians celebrated the return of the sun, a triumph over darkness.
Yalda is a name deeply rooted in Persian culture, signifying the winter solstice, the year's longest night. This celebrated event symbolizes the eventual triumph of light over darkness, a profound and hopeful meaning.
This name is for a daughter who you know will bring your brightest light into the world. You imagine her possessing a deep inner wisdom, navigating challenges with a festive spirit and an intuitive grace.
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Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#13 in 2022
Total Births
118
First Recorded
1982
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