Yolando
Greek · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Yolando
Yolando is a Spanish form of Iolanthe, derived from the Greek elements "ion" (violet) and "anthos" (flower), meaning "violet flower." The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking countries and among Catholic populations, with historical usage dating back to medieval Europe where similar forms appeared in aristocratic families.
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Etymology
Yolando is a Spanish form of Iolanthe, derived from the Greek elements "ion" (violet) and "anthos" (flower), meaning "violet flower." The name is primarily used in Spanish-speaking countries and among Catholic populations, with historical usage dating back to medieval Europe where similar forms appeared in aristocratic families.
Yolando currently ranks #12,938 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1971.
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