"I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys."
Christian Name · Greek/Spanish Origin
Yolanda Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Yolanda
girl
Yolanda means "violet flower," from the Greek ion (violet) and anthos (flower). The name is not in the King James Bible, but its flower imagery belongs there: "I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys" (Song of Solomon 2:1).
Is Yolanda in the Bible?
No — the name Yolanda does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Violet flower; Modest", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Yolanda.
Pronunciation:/yo-LAN-dah/
OriginGreek/Spanish
MeaningViolet flower; Modest
What does Yolanda mean?
Yolanda is a girl name of Greek/Spanish origin meaning "Violet flower; Modest". Yolanda is the violet — modest and beautiful, hidden yet fragrant. 'I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.' Yolanda blooms quietly in the valley where God tends His garden.
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Editor’s reflection
A name meaning 'violet flower' — carrying centuries of Christian usage in Spain, Italy, and Latin America.
Yolanda comes from the medieval French Yolande, itself likely from the Greek word for 'violet flower' (ion) combined with a Germanic root meaning 'land.' It is not a biblical name, but it has been carried by Christian queens and saints for nearly a thousand years — including Blessed Yolanda of Poland, a 13th-century Franciscan noblewoman known for her charitable work with the poor.
The name is especially loved in Spanish-speaking Christian families, where it has been in continuous use for centuries. It carries a gentle floral association — the violet has long symbolised humility in Christian tradition, and appears in medieval devotional writing as a symbol of the hidden virtues of Mary.
In English-speaking countries, Yolanda has moved in and out of fashion since the 1950s and is currently in a quiet revival phase. It pairs well with short middle names (Yolanda Grace, Yolanda Marie, Yolanda Ruth).
“Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin.”
Why parents choose Yolanda today
- •Long history in Spanish-speaking Christian tradition
- •Meaning ('violet flower') echoes biblical humility imagery
- •Distinctive without being invented — carried by real historical saints
What does Yolanda mean in the Bible?
Yolanda means "Violet flower; Modest" and is a name of Greek/Spanish origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Yolanda is the violet — modest and beautiful, hidden yet fragrant. 'I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.' Yolanda blooms quietly in the valley where God tends His garden.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Yolanda?
Yolanda is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Violet flower; Modest" — not because Scripture names anyone Yolanda.
"Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these."
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Which books of the Bible mention Yolanda?
Yolanda is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Yolanda?
Yolanda blooms modestly — lily of the valley, arrayed beyond Solomon, growing without toiling, the violet whose beauty surpasses earthly glory.
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boy
"Father of many nations"
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boy
"Father of many nations"
Yolanda & Abraham
Bellamy
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"Beautiful friend; Good friend"
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Benjamin
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Christopher
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"Christ-bearer"
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Yolanda name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Yolanda does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Violet flower; Modest", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Yolanda.
Yolanda means "Violet flower; Modest." It is a Greek/Spanish name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Violet flower; Modest" — runs right through the Bible.
Greek/Spanish. Yolanda comes into English from Greek/Spanish and carries the sense "Violet flower; Modest." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Yolanda
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Yolanda?
You can read every verse where Yolanda appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.