Zunilda
A girl's name of Germanic origin with 6 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Only 6 babies have been named Zunilda in recorded U.S. history. That level of rarity means your child would almost certainly be the only one in their school, their workplace, and most rooms they walk into — a genuinely one-of-a-kind choice.
Zunilda is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Zunilda is a girl's baby name of Germanic origin, derived from the ancient elements 'sunna' (sun) and 'hild' (battle), making the full meaning something like 'sun warrior' or 'sun battle.' It is related to Sunnhild and Sunhilde, names found in Old Norse and Old High German records.
Largely unknown in the English-speaking world, Zunilda is more common in Spanish-speaking Latin America, where it has a long history as a distinctive given name. Its combination of brightness and strength makes it a quietly powerful choice for parents with Germanic or Latin American heritage.
EtymologyShow more
Zunilda first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1982. First appearing in the 1980s, Zunilda emerged during a period of rapid naming innovation in America, when parents increasingly created new names or adopted them from global cultures.
Its Germanic classification suggests a path from germanic linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Zunilda has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1982.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 | #10515 | — |
The Story of Zunilda
A Millennial name
Peaking in 1982, Zunilda is a Millennial-era classic. Girls named Zunilda are most likely born between 1982 and 1982.
How rare is Zunilda?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Zunilda is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1982, peaked in the 1980s with 6 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 1982–1982)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 | #10515 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1982–1982