Belinda
GirlItalian
Belinda is a girl name of Italian origin meaning "Beautiful, bright serpent or linden tree".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Italian
Popularity
12 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Beautiful, bright serpent or linden tree
Etymology
Belinda is a feminine given name of unknown origin, apparently coined from Italian bella, meaning "beautiful". Alternatively it may be derived from the Old High German name Betlinde, which possibly meant "bright serpent" or "bright linden tree".
Famous People Named Belinda
- Belinda Bencic — Swiss tennis player
- Belinda Carlisle — American singer
- Belinda — Spanish-Mexican actress and singer
- Belinda Lee — English actress (1935-1961)
- Belinda Montgomery — Canadian-American actress
Frequently Asked Questions About Belinda
What does the name Belinda mean?
Belinda means "Beautiful, bright serpent or linden tree", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Belinda?
Belinda originates from Italian.
Is Belinda a boy or girl name?
Belinda is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Belinda?
Yes — notable people named Belinda include Belinda Bencic (Swiss tennis player), Belinda Carlisle (American singer), Belinda (Spanish-Mexican actress and singer), Belinda Lee (English actress, 1935-1961) and Belinda Montgomery (Canadian-American actress).
Last updated: June 2026