Yalda

“refers to 'birth' or 'the birthday of the sun'.” — Symbolizes the rebirth of the sun and is linked to ancient Zoroastrian

Persian origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8454US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

75All-time births

📅 Since 198200

What does Yalda mean and where does it come from?

Yalda has roots in Persian culture, specifically connected to the longest night of the year, celebrated during the winter solstice. This name symbolizes the rebirth of the sun and is linked to ancient Zoroastrian traditions. It’s popular among Iranians, particularly for reflecting joy and hope. The

Cultural significance

Yalda has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of refers to 'birth' or 'the birthday of the sun'..

Peak popularity

Reached #9518 in 2017 — currently #8454 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yalda?

Yalda works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yalda Grace

How popular is Yalda right now?

Rising — up 48 spots — currently #8454 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#8454 · Top 6.2%

1990

2005

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8454	13	▲ up 48
2022	#8502	13	▲ up 4895 · +86% births
2021	#13397	7	▼ down 1188 · -12% births
2015	#12209	8	▲ up 3001 · +33% births
2005	#15210	6	▼ down 932 · +20% births
1990	#14278	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yalda

Best Year2023Rank #8454

Peak Count13

Average Rank#12008

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20236 years

The story of Yalda

Yalda is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 75 total births recorded, Yalda remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14278 in 1990 to #8454 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yalda in 2017:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Yalda by decade

Yalda peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	17
1990s ★	28
2000s	6
2010s	24

💎Yalda has only 75 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yalda?

Common

YalYa

What names sound and feel like Yalda?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yalda also consider these

Valda

Latin · Latin

Halda

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Malda

India · Beloved, darling

Nalda

Spanish · small butterfly

Balda

Arabic · A Arabic name

Falda

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Yalda

What does the name Yalda mean?

Yalda means "refers to 'birth' or 'the birthday of the sun'." — a name rooted in Persian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yalda?

Yalda is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yalda have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yalda?

Yalda originates from Persian tradition. Persian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Yalda trending right now?

Yalda is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Yalda a common or rare name?

Yalda is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.