All about the name

Gelinda

Female

« Gelinda is an Italian name meaning "bright and shining", variant of Chiara, historically used in Italy and associated with nobility. »

#38419 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Gelinda is of Italian origin and means "bright and shining." It is a variant of the name Chiara, which means "clear" or "bright." The name Gelinda has been used in Italy for centuries and is considered to be of noble lineage. However, it is not as commonly used today as some other Italian names. Some famous individuals with the name Gelinda include Gelinda Botteon, an Italian actress, and Gelinda Macchiavello, an Italian writer. The name Gelinda is often associated with creativity and intelligence, but without any specific traits or characteristics attributed to it in popular culture. It remains a unique and distinctive name choice for parents looking for something different for their child.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Gelinda since 1880

Total births
35
Total since 1880
Peak year
1964
7 births
in 1969
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years