NAME PROFILE
Malinda
Malinda is a name of uncertain origin, likely derived from a combination of different roots. It carries connotations of beauty and kindness, making it a lovely choice for those who appreciate grace in a name.
Key Stats
| Total births | 21,464 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1969 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 24%OH — 24%TX — 18%IN — 18%KY — 16%
Notable People
Malinda Williams (Actress, *Soul Food*) · Malinda Parker (Activist, community organizer) · Malinda M. Wilkins (Author, *The Last Crusade*) · Malinda Smith (Scholar, expert in African American studies) · Malinda C. S. (Artist, known for contemporary art)
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