Imelda
Meaning of Imelda
The name Imelda is a charming and distinctive choice for a baby girl, with roots deeply embedded in Italian and Spanish cultures. Pronounced as ih-MEL-duh (/ɪˈmɛldə/), the name has an elegant and timeless appeal. Historically, it is derived from the Germanic elements "irmin," meaning "whole" or "universal," and "hild," meaning "battle." This combination gives Imelda a powerful yet graceful connotation. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Saint Imelda Lambertini, an Italian saint from the 14th century known for her deep piety. Another notable figure is Imelda Marcos, the former First Lady of the Philippines, renowned for her extensive shoe collection. While not exceedingly common in recent years in the United States, with occurrences ranging from 31 to 120 annually since 1980, Imelda remains a unique and beautiful choice for parents seeking a name with historical depth and cultural significance. The variation Emelda offers a slightly different take on this classic name while maintaining its inherent charm.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ih-MEL-duh (/ɪˈmɛldə/)
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Notable People Named Imelda
| Imelda Romualdez Marcos is a Filipino politician and convicted kleptocrat who was First Lady of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986. |
| Imelda Staunton - Imelda Mary Philomena Bernadette Staunton is a renowned English actress and singer who began her career in repertory theatre after training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. |
| Imelda Mary Higham, also known as Imelda May, is an Irish singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her rockabilly revival style and comparisons to jazz legend Billie Holiday. |
| Imelda Arcilla Papin is a Filipino singer and politician known as the "Sentimental Songstress" for her popular songs like "Bakit" and "Isang Linggong Pag-ibig," and was married to Jose Antonio Carrion. |
| Imelda Lambertini was an Italian Catholic mystic and patroness of First Communicants, celebrated by many dioceses for scheduling First Communions and Confirmations on her feast day. |
| Imelda Namutebi is a Ugandan pastor and the senior pastor and founder of Liberty Worship Centre, the largest church in Uganda with a seating capacity of 15,000, located on the outskirts of Kampala, Uganda's capital. |
| Imelda Dimaporo - Imelda "Angging" dela Cruz Quibranza-Dimaporo is a prominent Filipina politician who has been serving as the Governor of Lanao del Norte since 1998. |
| Imelda Ximenes Belo - Imelda Felicyta Ximenes Belo is a Timorese swimmer who represented East Timor in the women's 50 metre freestyle event at the 2020 Summer Olympics. |
