Violet flower
A variant spelling of Yolanda, which is derived from the Greek name Iolanthe. It refers to the violet flower and has been used in various forms across Europe since the Middle Ages.
Less common today
Yolonda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,831 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress and writer
Grammy-winning gospel singer
