Yolonda
yoh-LAHN-duh
Yolonda is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Yolanda, derived from the Greek word 'iolanthe' meaning 'violet flower.'”, and peaked in popularity in 1972.
What Yolonda Means
“A variant of Yolanda, derived from the Greek word 'iolanthe' meaning 'violet flower.'”
The Story of Yolonda
Imagine a single violet unfurling its petals against the dawn, a whisper of color and scent, and you have the essence of this name.
Yolonda traces its roots to the Greek word 'iolanthe,' meaning 'violet flower.' This delicate imagery traveled from ancient Greece through various European languages, eventually finding its place in English naming traditions during the early 20th century. The name carries the gentle beauty and subtle fragrance associated with the beloved spring bloom.
When you picture your daughter, do you see a tender strength, a quiet grace that blossoms even in challenging soil? Yolonda is a name that feels like a soft touch, a promise of compassion and creativity. As you write it on her birth certificate, the curves of the letters will feel like the unfurling petals of a flower, gentle yet resilient.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Yolonda Ross
American actress, writer and director
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#188 in 1972
Total Births
3,874
First Recorded
1923
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