Yolanda Guerin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Yolanda Guerin — Greek
178K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Yolanda Guerin is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Yolanda is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Yolanda is a female given name from Western Europe and North America, derived from the Greek name Iolanthe meaning "Violet" (the flower). In German and Dutch the name is spoken similarly but traditionally spelled Jolanda, and in Italian, Portuguese and Romanian Iolanda. Yolonda is an African-American spelling of the name. Cognates are the Czech and Slovak Jolantha and the Polish Jolanta. The surname Guerin: Surname Bruce Guerin (1919–2012), American child actor Florence Guérin (born 1965), French actress François Guérin (1927–2003), French actor Isabelle Guérin (born 1961), French ballet dancer Lucy Guerin (born 1961), Australian dancer and choreographer Maude Guérin (born 1965), Canadian film and television actress Roger Guérin (1926–2010), French musician and singer Theodosia Stirling (1815–1904), known as Mrs. Yolanda is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 178K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Yolanda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Yolanda

Greek

Yolanda is a female given name from Western Europe and North America, derived from the Greek name Iolanthe meaning "Violet" (the flower). In German and Dutch the name is spoken similarly but traditionally spelled Jolanda, and in Italian, Portuguese and Romanian Iolanda. Yolonda is an African-American spelling of the name. Cognates are the Czech and Slovak Jolantha and the Polish Jolanta.

Surname: Guerin

French

Surname Bruce Guerin (1919–2012), American child actor Florence Guérin (born 1965), French actress François Guérin (1927–2003), French actor Isabelle Guérin (born 1961), French ballet dancer Lucy Guerin (born 1961), Australian dancer and choreographer Maude Guérin (born 1965), Canadian film and television actress Roger Guérin (1926–2010), French musician and singer Theodosia Stirling (1815–1904), known as Mrs.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Yolanda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Yolanda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Yolanda Guerin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Yolanda Guerin:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Yolanda?
The first name Yolanda originates from Greek. Yolanda is a female given name from Western Europe and North America, derived from the Greek name Iolanthe meaning "Violet" (the flower). In German and Dutch the name is spoken similarly but traditionally spelled Jolanda, and in Italian, Portuguese and Romanian Iolanda. Yolonda is an African-American spelling of the name. Cognates are the Czech and Slovak Jolantha and the Polish Jolanta.
When was Yolanda most popular?
The name Yolanda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Guerin?
The surname Guerin originates from French. Surname Bruce Guerin (1919–2012), American child actor Florence Guérin (born 1965), French actress François Guérin (1927–2003), French actor Isabelle Guérin (born 1961), French ballet dancer Lucy Guerin (born 1961), Australian dancer and choreographer Maude Guérin (born 1965), Canadian film and television actress Roger Guérin (1926–2010), French musician and singer Theodosia Stirling (1815–1904), known as Mrs.
What are the origins of the name Yolanda Guerin?
The name Yolanda Guerin combines two different traditions: the first name Yolanda has Greek roots, while the surname Guerin originates from French.
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