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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gold, golden one
- Origin
- Yiddish
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- GOHL-duh
Golda is a Yiddish name that means "gold" or "golden one," pronounced GOHL-duh. It's a short, warm name with a built-in meaning that's easy to explain to anyone who asks.
Meaning & Origin of Golda
Meaning: Gold, golden one.
Origin: Yiddish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Golda
GOHL-duhIPA /ˈɡoʊldə/
Popularity of Golda
Golda peaked at #295 in 1894, when 86 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #2666, with 65 babies, so it's rarer now but still in use.
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FAQ
What does the name Golda mean?
Gold, golden one. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Golda?
Golda is pronounced GOHL-duh (IPA: /ˈɡoʊldə/).
Is Golda a popular name right now?
Golda peaked at #295 in 1894 and is ranked #2666 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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