How Many People Are Named Glinda?

Complete statistics for the name Glinda: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Glinda
Very Rare

Glinda means 'white wand' and has a magical touch to it. There are just 1,958 people named Glinda in the US today, making up 1 in 168,573 Americans, which makes it very rare indeed. The majority of those named Glinda are over 60, with the peak year being 1951.

~1,958
Living in US
1 in 168,573
Americans
1951
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
White wand
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 11
Personality Traits
Wise Charming
11
Life Path Number

Life path number 11 is often associated with spiritual insight and visionary leadership.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,958
Worldwide Bearers
#115,413
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
8
🇨🇦 Canada
8
🇿🇦 South Africa
7
🇭🇹 Haiti
5
🇮🇩 Indonesia
5
🇨🇳 China
5
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
2
🇨🇱 Chile
2
🇨🇭 Switzerland
2
🇫🇷 France
2

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,958 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 71
5
Would be under 30 (0%)
354
Would be 30–60 (14%)
2,188
Would be over 60 (86%)

All 2,547 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1951

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
93
Classic Feel
62
Modern Appeal
38
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Glinda Through the Generations

Glinda, a name that evokes images of enchantment and wisdom, has seen its popularity wax and wane over the decades. Born out of a peak year of 1951 with 142 births, the name has since settled into a stable trend, becoming a bridge between classic and modern preferences. With an estimated 1,958 living Glindas in the US today, the name's current demographic leans heavily towards the older generation, with 86% of those named Glinda being over 60 years old.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 261
Alabama 163
Mississippi 144
Georgia 142
Louisiana 131
Tennessee 107
North Carolina 96
Arkansas 70
California 68
Oklahoma 45

✨ Similar Names to Glinda

📄 About the Name Glinda

How Many People Have the Name Glinda?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,958 people in the United States currently share the name Glinda. That works out to roughly 1 in every 168,573 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Glinda a Common or Rare Name?

Glinda is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Glinda in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Glinda Most Popular?

The name Glinda reached peak popularity in 1951, with 142 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Glinda?

Approximately 1,958 people named Glinda live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,547. That works out to roughly 1 in 168,573 Americans.

Is Glinda a rare name?

Glinda is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 168,573 Americans has this name.

What does the name Glinda mean?

Glinda means "white wand".

Is Glinda more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Glinda are male and 100% are female.

When was Glinda most popular?

Glinda peaked in 1951 with 142 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,958
All-Time Births2,547
1 in X1 in 168,573
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age71
Peak Year1951
World Rank#115,413
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.