Fernanda

/ FER-NAN-DUH /
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“bold voyager” — Spanish, Portuguese, Gothic

#5002024 rank
2009peak year
19,565babies named Fernanda since 1880
▼ 4%5-year trend

Fernanda popularity over 145 years

⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024

peak 200918801920196020002024

What does Fernanda mean?

Spanish and Portuguese feminine of Fernando, from the Gothic name element behind Ferdinand, traditionally parsed as 'journey' plus 'bold, ready'. It is widespread in Latin America and Italy.

OriginSpanish, Portuguese, Gothic
Syllables3
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, vintage

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