Emelda

Meaning of Emelda

Emelda is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has English origins and is pronounced as eh-MEL-duh (/ɛˈmɛl.də/). The name Emelda has variations including Imelda. In terms of popularity, it has been recorded in the United States since at least 1907, with varying levels of occurrence over the years. In recent years, it has been given to an average of 5 to 6 newborn girls per year. Emelda is a name that carries a sense of elegance and grace, making it a wonderful choice for parents seeking a distinctive and feminine name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as eh-MEL-duh (/ɛˈmɛl.də/)

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Notable People Named Emelda

Emelda Aluoch Okiro is a Kenyan public health researcher and lead of the Population Health Unit at the Kenya Medical Research Institute–Wellcome Trust program, focusing on understanding health determinants and evaluating access to health information.
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