NAME PROFILE

Joia

A name derived from the Germanic root 'wald' meaning power or rule; it describes a person who is a natural-born leader with a strong sense of purpose and a heart of gold.

Key Stats

Total births488
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1988
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1988
Most recent2000
Syllables2
OriginItalian, Portuguese, Spanish
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

FL — 50%GA — 50%AK — 0%RI — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

Saint Galdinus (Archbishop of Milan) · Galdino do Valle Filho (Brazilian physician and politician) · Galdino de la Torre (Renowned Spanish sculptor) · Galdino Pantoja (Professional football midfielder) · Galdino Jesus dos Santos (Pataxo indigenous leader)

Nicknames & Diminutives

DinoGaldy

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