Aranda is a unisex given name of Spanish origin, meaning 'sandbank' or 'sandy ground'. It is derived from the Spanish word 'arena', which translates to 'sand'. The name Aranda has been used historically in Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries but has gained international recognition due to its unique sound and cultural significance.
The name Aranda experienced fluctuating popularity between 1977 and 2007, with the highest number of births recorded in 1980 and 1981 at 10 each. The years 1983 and 1985 also saw a notable increase in popularity with 9 and 8 births respectively. However, there were periods of decline as well, such as in 1978, 1984, and 2000, where only 5 babies named Aranda were born each year. Overall, the name Aranda had a total of 142 births during this period.