Walda
Pronunciation: [ v-AHLD-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Walda first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 44 babies have been named Walda in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Walda is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,010 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,010
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Walda
Walda is a girl name .
Walda is currently ranked #70,010 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Walda include Wal, Way, Waie, and Walkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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