Arlynda is of American origin, derived from a combination of 'Aral' and 'Ynda'. It means 'liberator' or 'free thinker'. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon.
"The name Arlynda appears to have seen popularity twice in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with five births each in 1969 and 1972."