Armelda is a unique and elegant given name of Latin origin, derived from the Germanic element 'herman' which means 'whole' or 'entire'. It is often associated with the Latin word 'arma', meaning 'weapons', suggesting strength and power. The name Armelda was popularized by French writer Honoré de Balzac in his novel "Père Goriot", where it is borne by a character named Armelida, also known as Armelda or Hermine. Today, Armelda remains a rare but distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter.
Armelda had 18 people named after her between 1923 and 1932, with peak years being 1927 (8 births) and dips in 1924 to 1926 with no recorded Armelda births.