Berlinda is a unique and captivating name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'beryllus', which means 'bearing a beryl'. This name is often associated with the beautiful blue-green mineral known as beryl, giving it an earthy yet elegant appeal. Berlinda was popularized in literature by Italian poet Dante Alighieri, who featured a character named Belinda in his epic poem 'The Divine Comedy'. The name Berlinda has a distinct ring to it, making it memorable and unusual. Despite its rarity, it carries a rich historical and cultural heritage that sets it apart from more common names.
"Berlinda experienced significant popularity from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s with peaks of over 30 births annually between 1950 and 1953, but steadily declined thereafter, dropping below 20 births per year by 1964. The name's usage remained sporadic and infrequent from the late 1970s onwards, with less than 15 births recorded per year."