Ymelda

Italian and Spanish from German

"all-consuming fight"

Ymelda Origin and Meaning

The name Ymelda is a girl's name.

Ymelda is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Imelda. With roots in Germanic languages, the traditional form means 'universal battle' or 'powerful fighter.' The 'Y' spelling gives this variant a distinctive quality while maintaining the melodic sound of the original. Imelda has historical significance in several cultures, including Spanish and Filipino naming traditions, with Saint Imelda Lambertini being a notable namesake. The Ymelda variant remains extremely rare, not appearing in most naming popularity charts. The name carries a graceful, somewhat exotic quality with its flowing sound and unique initial letter. Its cross-cultural history offers versatility despite its rarity in contemporary use.