The girl's name Linda \l(i)-nda, lin-da\ is pronounced LIN-dah. It is of Spanish origin, and its meaning is "pretty". Originally derived from "linde", a German name element referring to the lime tree. The name also existed as a part of other English names such as Belinda and Melinda. Actresses Linda Evans, Linda Hunt; singer Linda Ronstadt; journalist Linda Ellerbee; fashion designer Lindka Cierach.

ORIGIN
Spanish

MEANING
Beautiful

Possibly derived from several sources such as the shortened form of Belinda or Melinda, from the Spanish "linda" meaning beautiful, or the short form of Germanic names ending in "lind" meaning "tender, soft." The name was listed among the top 10 from 1940 to 1965 due to the success of actresses Linda Darnell and Linda Christian. The name has faded since that time but is still listed among the top 500.

VARIATIONS
Linden Lyndon

ALTERNATIVES
Lynda Lynnda

NICKNAMES
Lin

FAMOUS Lindas
Linda Ronstadt (singer) Linda Evans (actress) Linda Gray (actress) Linda Evangelista (Canadian model)

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