Valda
Old Norse/Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Valda
Valda is derived from Old Norse and Germanic roots, combining "valr" (meaning "slain" or "battle") with "da" (meaning "maiden"), thus signifying a female warrior or battle maid.
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Etymology
Valda is derived from Old Norse and Germanic roots, combining "valr" (meaning "slain" or "battle") with "da" (meaning "maiden"), thus signifying a female warrior or battle maid. The name has been primarily used in Scandinavian and Germanic cultures, with some adoption in English-speaking countries during the 20th century, though it lacks significant historical prominence.
Valda currently ranks #10,468 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1957.
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