Girl Name · Germanic Origin
Imelda
Imelda is a girl baby name of Germanic origin, meaning "All-devouring battle". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Imelda often also consider Ilda.
Imelda meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: All-devouring battle
Origin: Germanic naming roots help connect Imelda to related Germanic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Imelda as I·M·E·L·D·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Imelda is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Imelda variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Imeldaa, Imeldae, Imelday, Imeld.
- Nicknames: Ime and I.
- Middle names: Pair Imelda with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Imelda middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ilda, Inell, Ida, Imogene, Imani — full picks on the sibling names for Imelda guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Imelda? Browse our names like Imelda guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Imelda
What does the name Imelda mean?
Imelda means "All-devouring battle" and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of Imelda?
Imelda originates in Germanic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Imelda?
Imelda has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Imelda a boy's or girl's name?
Imelda is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Imelda in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Imelda sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Imelda?
Names that share Imelda's sound and style include Ilda, Inell, Ida, Imogene, Imani.
What middle names pair well with Imelda?
Good middle-name fits for Imelda pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Imelda is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Imelda is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Imelda?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Imelda share its rhythm without rhyming — Ilda, Inell, Ida all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.