Nalda
Scandinavian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Nalda
Nalda is a feminine name of Scandinavian origin derived from the Old Norse elements "nal" (needle) and "da" (maid), literally meaning "needle maid" or possibly combining roots related to sharpness or readiness.
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Etymology
Nalda is a feminine name of Scandinavian origin derived from the Old Norse elements "nal" (needle) and "da" (maid), literally meaning "needle maid" or possibly combining roots related to sharpness or readiness. The name has been used primarily in Scandinavian countries, particularly in Sweden and Norway, with historical usage dating to medieval times, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern times.
Nalda currently ranks #6,350 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1923.
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