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The name Linda is derived from the Spanish word "linda" which means "pretty" or "beautiful". It is also related to the Germanic word "linde" which means "gentle" or "soft". The name became popular in the English-speaking world in the 19th century and reached its peak in popularity during the mid-20th century.In mythology, Linda is also the name of a Nordic goddess of love and beauty. In the United States, the name Linda was most popular in the 1940s and 1950s, and was the number one girl's name from 1947 to 1952. Today, the name Linda is less common but it still remains a popular choice for parents. Famous Lindas include singer Linda Ronstadt, actress Linda Hamilton, and aviation pioneer Linda Finch.

The name Linda is most popular in the United States, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands.

If you're looking for names that are similar to Linda, you may want to consider options that share certain sounds or letter combinations. Here are a few choices to explore:

• Lydia
• Lisa
• Lina
• Lynda
• Alina
• Melinda
• Belinda
• Linda-Lou
• Glinda
• Rinda
• Sindra
• Mindy