Fernanda Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Fernanda has historical royal ties, as it is related to the name Ferdinand, which has been borne by several kings of Spain and Portugal.

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A Deep Dive

Fernanda Overview

Meaning

Brave journey, fearless, adventurous, bold voyager, achiever of peace

Gender

Girl

Origin

Portuguese, Spanish, Italian

Etymology

Derived from the Old German elements “fardi,” meaning journey, and “nanthi,” meaning daring or brave

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/fɜːrˈnændə/

Popularity

Fernanda is popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly in Mexico and Brazil. In 2023, it ranked 469th for girls in the USA​

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

8 letters

Numerology

9 (Humanitarian, Selfless, Creative)

Name Styles

Traditional, Classic, Unique, Exotic

Associated Traits

Adventurous, graceful, daring, compassionate

Name Day

June 27th (Spain)​
A Deep Dive

Fernanda Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Fernandina, Fernande, Fernan, Fernando, Fernand, Fernandinho

Common Nicknames

Nanda, Fern, Fefa, Nani, Nandy

Diminutives

Fernie, Andi, Nanda

Famous People

  • Fernanda Montenegro
    (Brazilian Actress)
  • Fernanda Torres
    (Brazilian Actress)
  • Fernanda Lima
    (Brazilian Model and TV Host)
  • Fernanda Takai
    (Brazilian Musician)
  • Fernanda Machado
    (Brazilian Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Fernanda Montenegro
    ("Central Station," Film)
  • Fernanda Castillo
    ("El Señor de los Cielos," TV Series)
  • "Fernanda and the Dragon"
    (Children's Book)
  • Fernanda
    ("La Reina del Sur," TV Series)

What Is the Meaning of Fernanda?

Fernanda means “adventurous” and “bold journey.” The name Fernanda suggests a personality that is fearless and curious, eager to explore and take on new challenges.

What Is the Origin of The Name Fernanda?

Fernanda comes from the Old German elements “fardi,” meaning journey, and “nanthi,” meaning daring or brave. This name has evolved through various European cultures, particularly in Spain and Portugal, where it has become popular.

Fernanda Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Fernanda in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#5842021#4592022#4692023
Top 3 Rankings#2582009#3292011#3442010

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Fernanda

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023469
(-10 from 2022)
653
(-36 from 2022)
0.03733
2022459
(+125 from 2021)
689
(+171 from 2021)
0.03843
2021584
(-13 from 2020)
518
(+7 from 2020)
0.02891
2020571
(-79 from 2019)
511
(-124 from 2019)
0.02891
2019492
(+1 from 2018)
635
(+5 from 2018)
0.03461
2018493
(-58 from 2017)
630
(-103 from 2017)
0.03388
2017435
(+27 from 2016)
733
(+45 from 2016)
0.03880
2016462
(+100 from 2015)
688
(+137 from 2015)
0.03554
2015562
(-33 from 2014)
551
(-34 from 2014)
0.02824
2014529
(-19 from 2013)
585
No change from 2013
0.02990
2013510
(-130 from 2012)
585
(-238 from 2012)
0.03035
2012380
(-51 from 2011)
823
(-138 from 2011)
0.04243
2011329
(+15 from 2010)
961
(+25 from 2010)
0.04960
2010344
(-86 from 2009)
936
(-338 from 2009)
0.04774
2009258
(+163 from 2008)
1274
(+507 from 2008)
0.06291
2008421
(+40 from 2007)
767
(+68 from 2007)
0.03682
2007461
(-29 from 2006)
699
(-39 from 2006)
0.03303
2006432
(-38 from 2005)
738
(-57 from 2005)
0.03530
2005394
(+104 from 2004)
795
(+204 from 2004)
0.03917
2004498
(-1 from 2003)
591
(+15 from 2003)
0.02929
2003497
(-41 from 2002)
576
(-54 from 2002)
0.02871
2002456
(+145 from 2001)
630
(+211 from 2001)
0.03190
2001601
(-35 from 2000)
419
(-42 from 2000)
0.02115
2000566
(+207 from 1999)
461
(+176 from 1999)
0.02310
1999773
(+192 from 1998)
285
(+73 from 1998)
0.01464
1998965
(+168 from 1997)
212
(+47 from 1997)
0.01094
19971133
(-150 from 1996)
165
(-28 from 1996)
0.00864
1996983
(-33 from 1995)
193
(-5 from 1995)
0.01007
1995950
(+150 from 1994)
198
(+35 from 1994)
0.01030
19941100
(-37 from 1993)
163
(-8 from 1993)
0.00836
19931063
(+567 from 1992)
171
(+78 from 1992)
0.00867
19921630
(+384 from 1991)
93
(+25 from 1991)
0.00464
19912014
(+54 from 1990)
68
(+4 from 1990)
0.00334
19902068
(+270 from 1989)
64
(+14 from 1989)
0.00312
19892338
(+81 from 1988)
50
(+5 from 1988)
0.00251
19882419
(+1205 from 1987)
45
(+21 from 1987)
0.00234
19873624
(-70 from 1986)
24
No change from 1986
0.00128
19863554
(-471 from 1985)
24
(-5 from 1985)
0.00130
19853083
(+530 from 1984)
29
(+7 from 1984)
0.00157
19843613
(+334 from 1983)
22
(+3 from 1983)
0.00122
19833947
(-49 from 1982)
19
(-1 from 1982)
0.00106
19823898
(-39 from 1981)
20
No change from 1981
0.00110
19813859
(+658 from 1980)
20
(+4 from 1980)
0.00112
19804517
(+576 from 1979)
16
(+3 from 1979)
0.00090
19795093
(+2558 from 1978)
13
(+6 from 1978)
0.00075
19787651
(-2711 from 1977)
7
(-6 from 1977)
0.00043
19774940
(+4344 from 1976)
13
(+8 from 1976)
0.00079
19769284
(-5333 from 1975)
5
(-11 from 1975)
0.00032
19753951
(+276 from 1974)
16
(+2 from 1974)
0.00103
19744227
(+641 from 1973)
14
(+3 from 1973)
0.00089
19734868
(-1154 from 1972)
11
(-5 from 1972)
0.00071
19723714
(+1421 from 1971)
16
(+6 from 1971)
0.00099
19715135
(-1556 from 1970)
10
(-7 from 1970)
0.00057
19703579
(-118 from 1969)
17
(+1 from 1969)
0.00093
19693461
(+761 from 1968)
16
(+5 from 1968)
0.00091
19684222
(+78 from 1967)
11
(+1 from 1967)
0.00064
19674300
(+566 from 1966)
10
(+2 from 1966)
0.00058
19664866
(-1464 from 1965)
8
(-6 from 1965)
0.00046
19653402
(+1233 from 1964)
14
(+5 from 1964)
0.00077
19644635
(-617 from 1963)
9
(-2 from 1963)
0.00046
19634018
(+514 from 1962)
11
(+2 from 1962)
0.00055
19624532
(-1342 from 1961)
9
(-7 from 1961)
0.00044
19613190
(+1582 from 1960)
16
(+8 from 1960)
0.00077
19604772
(-1155 from 1959)
8
(-4 from 1959)
0.00038
19593617
(+576 from 1958)
12
(+3 from 1958)
0.00058
19584193
(-703 from 1957)
9
(-3 from 1957)
0.00044
19573490
(+1346 from 1956)
12
(+5 from 1956)
0.00057
19564836
(-1057 from 1955)
7
(-3 from 1955)
0.00034
19553779
(+876 from 1954)
10
(+3 from 1954)
0.00050
19544655
(-1386 from 1953)
7
(-5 from 1953)
0.00035
19533269
(+1214 from 1952)
12
(+5 from 1952)
0.00062
19524483
(-1002 from 1951)
7
(-3 from 1951)
0.00037
19513481
(+481 from 1950)
10
(+2 from 1950)
0.00054
19503962
(-70 from 1949)
8
No change from 1949
0.00045
19493892
(+1352 from 1948)
8
(+3 from 1948)
0.00046
19485244
(-827 from 1946)
5
(-1 from 1946)
0.00029
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19464417
(-1030 from 1945)
6
(-2 from 1945)
0.00037
19453387
(-624 from 1944)
8
(-3 from 1944)
0.00059
19442763
(+486 from 1943)
11
(+2 from 1943)
0.00080
19433249
(-219 from 1941)
9
No change from 1941
0.00063
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19413030
(-293 from 1940)
9
(-1 from 1940)
0.00072
19402737
(+1606 from 1938)
10
(+5 from 1938)
0.00085
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19384343
(-1197 from 1937)
5
(-3 from 1937)
0.00044
19373146
(+1035 from 1936)
8
(+3 from 1936)
0.00073
19364181
(-732 from 1934)
5
(-2 from 1934)
0.00046
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19343449
(-43 from 1933)
7
No change from 1933
0.00065
19333406
(+495 from 1932)
7
(+1 from 1932)
0.00067
19323901
(-1877 from 1931)
6
(-10 from 1931)
0.00054
19312024
(+897 from 1929)
16
(+6 from 1929)
0.00145
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19292921
(-153 from 1928)
10
(-1 from 1928)
0.00086
19282768
(+285 from 1927)
11
(+1 from 1927)
0.00092
19273053
(+820 from 1926)
10
(+3 from 1926)
0.00081
19263873
(-1855 from 1925)
7
(-12 from 1925)
0.00057
19252018
(+290 from 1924)
19
(+3 from 1924)
0.00150
19242308
(+2068 from 1923)
16
(+10 from 1923)
0.00123
19234376
(-2085 from 1922)
6
(-10 from 1922)
0.00048
19222291
(+87 from 1921)
16
(+1 from 1921)
0.00128
19212378
(+1220 from 1920)
15
(+7 from 1920)
0.00117
19203598
(-593 from 1919)
8
(-2 from 1919)
0.00064
19193005
(-976 from 1918)
10
(-8 from 1918)
0.00085
19182029
(+664 from 1917)
18
(+7 from 1917)
0.00150
19172693
(+337 from 1916)
11
(+2 from 1916)
0.00098
19163030
(+404 from 1915)
9
(+2 from 1915)
0.00083
19153434
(-1000 from 1914)
7
(-2 from 1914)
0.00068
19142434
First SSA data recorded
9
First SSA data recorded
0.00113
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Fernanda

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2692021#2222022#2472023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2262021#1432022#1752023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3172021#3022022#3272023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#5612021#4392022#4022023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#6442021#5792022#5382023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#15802021#6112022#8732023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#6102021#8142022#4152023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#5302021#3452022#2642023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#10532021#6912022#6502023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#4872021#6462022#4302023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#11642021#4942022#9962023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2442021#3802022#4432023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#6482021#7072022#7322023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#10332021#7182022#5202023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3572019#3572021#2352022

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#5432021#5712022#7092023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#7952021#8702022#4992023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#6552020#5712022#6532023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#7122017#5832019#3842023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#6752020#7852021#8962023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#7622019#7002020#5572022

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#5362017#6352019#6412022

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#8912019#6602020#6682022

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#13132018#10022020#12672023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#14742014#10712016#11542020

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#7682012#5972017#5752023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#9232018#7092019#7862020

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#5322011#8122013#7342023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#13392016#13422021#13232023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#10272016#8592017#8732020

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3232010#5852013#6052022

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#5952012#5312019#5282022

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#9022014#8892017#6742022

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4352010#2962017#3242023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4662009#5492011#5752021

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3452009#3332011#4042012

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2342009

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#7592008

Popularity Rankings for Fernanda in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Brazil

Brazil flagBrazil#71990 (Decade)#92000 (Decade)#202010 (Decade)

Popularity in Mexico

Mexico flagMexico#202020#172021

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#252019#292020#342021

Popularity in Uruguay

Uruguay flagUruguay#712022

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#1802021#1332022#1212023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#6251968#8201969#8311970

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#7292013

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#8552002#7622011

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#8951992#7722008

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Fernanda a Name for Boys or Girls?

Fernanda is a female name, mainly because of its origins in Romance languages where it is distinctly feminine. It carries a sense of grace and boldness.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Fernanda

Fernanda in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Fernanda Montenegro (Actress, born 1929): An acclaimed Brazilian actress who has won international awards for her performances.
  • Fernanda Torres (Actress, born 1965): A well-known Brazilian actress and writer, recipient of several prestigious acting awards.
  • Fernanda Lima (Model and TV Host, born 1977): A Brazilian model and television host famous for her work in entertainment and fashion.
  • Fernanda Takai (Musician, born 1971): A Brazilian singer and guitarist, known for being the lead vocalist of the band Pato Fu.
  • Fernanda Machado (Actress, born 1980): A Brazilian actress recognized for her roles in soap operas and films.
  • Fernanda Ribeiro (Athlete, born 1969): A Portuguese long-distance runner who won a gold medal in the 1996 Olympics.
  • Fernanda Montenegro ("Central Station," 1998 Film): A Brazilian actress who plays a retired schoolteacher helping a young boy find his father.
  • Fernanda Castillo ("El Señor de los Cielos," 2013 TV Series): A Mexican actress known for her role as Monica Robles, a powerful drug lord's lover.
  • "Fernanda and the Dragon" (2010 Children's Book): A delightful story about a young girl named Fernanda who befriends a dragon.
  • Fernanda ("La Reina del Sur," 2011 TV Series): A supporting character involved in the complex world of drug trafficking.
  • "Fernanda's Choice" (2015 Film): A drama about a woman named Fernanda facing a life-changing decision.
  • Fernanda Olivares ("Enamorándome de Ramón," 2017 TV Series): A character who adds comedic relief and romance to the story.
  • Fernanda ("Tieta," 1989 TV Series): A character in this Brazilian telenovela based on the novel by Jorge Amado.
  • "Fernanda's Melody" (2016 Song): A beautiful ballad dedicated to a woman named Fernanda, celebrating her strength and spirit.
  • Fernanda Beach (Santa Catarina, Brazil): A picturesque beach with clear waters and white sands.
  • Fernanda Lake (British Columbia, Canada): A serene lake surrounded by lush forests and wildlife.
  • Fernanda Park (Lisbon, Portugal): A local park offering green spaces and recreational activities.
  • Fernanda River (Andalusia, Spain): A river flowing through the scenic landscapes of southern Spain.
  • Fernanda Avenue (Los Angeles, California, USA): A bustling street lined with shops and restaurants.
  • Fernanda Mountain (Tasmania, Australia): A prominent mountain offering hiking trails and panoramic views.
  • Fernanda Island (Galápagos Islands, Ecuador): A remote island with unique flora and fauna.

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