Yolander is a unique and exotic name of African origin, particularly from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria. The name Yolander is derived from the Yoruba word "Yolan," which means "may God enrich us." Therefore, Yolander is interpreted as a prayer or wish for prosperity and abundance.
The history of the name Yolander is not extensively documented due to its rarity in many parts of the world. However, it is believed to have been brought to prominence by African slaves who were taken to the Americas during the transatlantic slave trade. Some sources suggest that the name may have gained popularity among African Americans in the United States during the early 20th century.
Today, Yolander remains a rare and distinctive name, often associated with individuals of African descent. Despite its rarity, it is considered a beautiful and meaningful name that conveys a sense of hope and optimism for prosperity and abundance.
The statistics provided show the number of births with the name Yolander in the United States from 1951 to 1981.
Starting in 1951, there were 5 babies named Yolander born that year. The following years saw varying numbers of births: 7 in 1956, 5 in 1957, and then a spike with 9 births in 1959. This trend continued with slight fluctuations until it reached its peak in 1969 with 23 births.
After this peak, the number of babies named Yolander began to decrease steadily: 16 in 1970, 19 in 1971, and then a drop to 16 in 1972. This decreasing trend continued until it reached its lowest point since the start of the statistics with only 5 births in 1980.
Overall, from 1951 to 1981, there were a total of 274 babies named Yolander born in the United States. It's interesting to observe how the popularity of this name changed over these years.