Gelinda
Gelinda is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,335 in the US, popular nicknames include Gel, Gey, and Gelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gelinda first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 35 babies have been named Gelinda in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gelinda is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,335 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,335
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Gelinda
Gelinda is a girl name .
Gelinda is currently ranked #36,335 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gelinda include Gel, Gey, Gelie, and Geliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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