Carlinda

Carlinda is a feminine name combining elements of Carla (feminine form of Carl, meaning 'free man') with the romantic Spanish suffix '-linda' meaning 'beautiful.' The name may have originated as a composite creation in Spanish-speaking regions or as an elaboration of the name Carla. Carlinda has never been common in the United States, remaining outside the top 1000 names. It peaked in limited usage during the mid-20th century. The name has a melodic, romantic quality with its flowing syllables and bright ending. Carlinda offers the friendly nicknames Cara, Carli, or Linda while maintaining a distinctive full form that balances uniqueness with recognizable elements from more familiar names.

Pronounced car-LIN-da.

As of October 2026, Carlinda ranked #12674 in US births in 1989 SSA, peaked at #4287 in 1949.