The nameYolande

Yolande is an old French girl's name carried by medieval queens and princesses. It was very popular in France in the 1920s and 1930s.

Meaning

The origin of Yolande is debated. It is often linked to Violante, from the Latin viola, "violet".

Origin

Medieval French. Yolande of Aragon supported Charles VII and Joan of Arc in the 15th century. The English form is Yolanda.

History

Yolande was at its height in France between the two world wars and remained common until the 1950s.

Famous people named Yolande

Popularity of the name Yolande

Yolande in the United States

1970peak year (40 births)
1,620babies named Yolande in the United States since 1880
02040 18801900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in the United States. Source: Social Security Administration, names given at least 5 times a year.

Yolande was most popular in the United States in the 1920s, with 288 births over the decade, 18% of all recorded babies named Yolande. Its rise began around 1902, and it peaked in 1970. Half of all babies named Yolande in the United States were born before 1950, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.

Yolande in France

1950peak year (1,885 births)
53,730babies named Yolande in France since 1900
09431,885 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Yolande was most popular in France in the 1950s, with 13,055 births over the decade, 24% of all recorded babies named Yolande. Its rise began around 1908, and it peaked in 1950. Half of all babies named Yolande in France were born before 1945, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Yolande mean?

The origin of Yolande is debated. It is often linked to Violante, from the Latin viola, "violet".

What is the origin of the name Yolande?

Medieval French. Yolande of Aragon supported Charles VII and Joan of Arc in the 15th century. The English form is Yolanda.

Is Yolande a girl's or a boy's name?

Yolande is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Yolande?

Variants and related names of Yolande include Jolan, Jolanta and Yolaine.

Who are famous people named Yolande?

Yolande of Aragon, Duchess of Anjou; Yolande Moreau, Belgian actress.