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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Possibly 'beautiful' (from Italian bella), or 'bright serpent' or 'bright linden tree' (from Old High German)
- Origin
- Uncertain; possibly Italian or Old High German
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- buh-LIN-duh
Belinda (buh-LIN-duh) is a name with a few possible roots: it may come from the Italian bella, meaning 'beautiful,' or from Old High German, where it could mean 'bright serpent' or 'bright linden tree.' Its exact origin is uncertain, so you get to choose the story you like best.
Meaning & Origin of Belinda
Meaning: Possibly 'beautiful' (from Italian bella), or 'bright serpent' or 'bright linden tree' (from Old High German).
Origin: Uncertain; possibly Italian or Old High German.
How to Pronounce Belinda
buh-LIN-duhIPA /bəˈlɪndə/
Popularity of Belinda
Belinda peaked at #141 in 1961, when 3,118 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #1726 with 117 babies, so it's now a rarely heard name.
Names Like Belinda
These names have followed a similar path to Belinda in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Belinda mean?
Possibly ‘beautiful’ (from Italian bella), or ‘bright serpent’ or ‘bright linden tree’ (from Old High German).
How do you pronounce Belinda?
Belinda is pronounced buh-LIN-duh (IPA: /bəˈlɪndə/).
Is Belinda a popular name right now?
Belinda peaked at #141 in 1961 and is ranked #1726 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1889–2024.)
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