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Origin of the name Linda
International name. The root “lind” goes back to the Old Germanic language, so the origin of the name is German. But the name is quite common as a short form in English-speaking countries. This is a shortened version of the English names Belinda, Melinda, Rosalind, Selinda, etc.
The word “Linda” is found in Spanish, Italian and Portuguese, so the meaning of the name is different there, and Linda is an independent and popular name there.
The name is also common in the Baltics. In Estonia, this name is borne by the wife of the legendary giant, who, in union with him, gave birth to the hero Kalevipoeg. That is, Linda is a well-known mythological character in the Baltic countries.
The name is also known in Eastern Europe. In Albania and Croatia, the name Linda has a direct translation. In South Africa, the name Linda is also found in different variations.
In Russia, the name is rare, but well-known. In Soviet times, it appeared in our country due to the fashion for beautiful and unusual Baltic names. A melodious and pleasant female name arouses the interest of parents.
Meaning and characteristics of the name Linda
As part of two-part Germanic names (Siglinda, Ditlinda, Glinda, etc.), the root “lind/linde” means “tender, soft.”
If we take the independent name Linda, then it could have originated from the Scandinavian “linda/lindi” – “snake”.
In Spanish, Portuguese and Italian, the adjective “linda” is translated as “beautiful, sweet, pretty”, “pure, clear”. In the Albanian language “lind” means “giving birth, childbirth”, “giving life”. In the Zulu language of Africa, “lindi/linda” is “waiting,” “desired, long-awaited.” In the Russian North, “linda” is a dialect name for soup, stew, liquid food, water; there are several tributaries of rivers with this name.
So Linda is like water: deep, like a river, calm on top, the glare of the sun plays on the water, and springs can flow inside and whirlpools can occur. In her childhood, Linda is tender, vulnerable, and for a very long time adapts her psyche to the world around her. It’s difficult for an emotional girl; sometimes she gets capricious. It is important for parents to surround her with love, create a feeling of security and acceptance in order to minimize outbursts of emotions.
During her school years, Linda outgrows her emotionality and anxiety. Calm, sweet, kind, studies well, tries hard, has many hobbies. She attracts friends, but is selective, her close circle is limited, not everyone will get there. She is even and friendly with others. He may be seriously interested in creativity and dream of self-realization on his chosen path.
In life, Linda always achieves her goals. In appearance, she seems to be the embodiment of femininity: sweet, kind, beautiful, wise. But Linda has a very strong will, there is a core inside her that many men will envy. Linda, like an aspen, is covered on top with trembling leaves, and inside there is wood that not every ax can take, and rot is not scary for her.
Strong and self-sufficient Linda is selective in her search for a husband. More precisely, she is not looking for him. She just won’t show reciprocal feelings because someone fell in love with her. Knows his worth. But sooner or later her heart will tremble, and then a family will appear. Linda gives all of herself to her children. She is a real mother of the family: loving, economic, sacrificial and businesslike. Her house is clean, peaceful, nourishing and cozy.
Linda devotes a lot of time to work and self-realization. It is important for her to do what she loves, from which she draws vital energy. Linda is both a creative, subtle person and a prudent, businesslike person. The combination of these qualities helps her to be successful and make a good profit. He can be shocking and use black PR – “nothing personal, just business.”
Name days:
There are no name days in Orthodoxy. Catholic St. Linda – February 13, June 20. You can baptize your child with Lydia and celebrate his name day on April 5th.
Diminutive version
Lindochka, Lindushka, Lindik, Lindusya, Indy, Liddy, Lindyasha, Linny
Abbreviated
Lina, Lida, Linny, Liddy, Indy
According to the church
no
Color
- violet
- pink
Planet
- Uran
Element
- water
Stone talisman
amethyst, tourmaline
Metal
platinum
Plants
aspen, carnation
Totem animal
lynx