Rivaldo is a Portuguese given name of Germanic origin. It means "bold counselor" or "powerful leader". The name is composed of the elements "rīh" meaning "power", and "walthā" meaning "rule".
The name Rivaldo has a rich history, particularly in Portugal where it has been used for centuries. One notable figure bearing this name is Brazilian footballer Rivaldo Vítor Borba Ferreira, who won the FIFA World Player of the Year award three times and was known for his exceptional skills on the field.
While not widely used outside of Portuguese-speaking countries, Rivaldo remains a distinctive and powerful name choice with a strong historical background. It's a name that evokes images of leadership and courage, making it an appealing option for parents looking for a unique yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Rivaldo has seen varied popularity in the United States over the past two decades. It first appeared on the radar in 1998 with a total of 7 births that year. The following year, its popularity grew slightly with 12 births recorded in 1999.
In the year 2000, Rivaldo's popularity peaked in the United States with an impressive 24 births recorded that year. This trend continued into 2001 and 2002 with 30 and 25 births respectively, indicating a consistent level of interest in the name during this period.
However, from 2003 onwards, there was a steady decline in the number of babies named Rivaldo each year. Between 2003 and 2006, the annual count of Rivaldo births ranged between 13 to 9, showing a significant decrease in popularity compared to the previous years.
The period from 2007 to 2012 saw a fluctuating trend with no clear upward or downward pattern. The number of Rivaldo births varied between 10 and 6 annually during this time frame.
After a gap of two years, there were 7 Rivaldo births recorded in 2014, followed by another drop to 5 births each in 2016 and 2018. Most recently, in 2022, the name Rivaldo saw another slight increase with 5 births recorded.
Overall, while Rivaldo has not been a consistently popular name over the years in the United States, it has maintained a steady presence with a total of 232 births recorded between 1998 and 2022. This shows that despite its fluctuations in popularity, the name Rivaldo has continued to be chosen by parents for their children during this time period.