Fernanda - Name Meaning and Origin

The girl's name Fernanda \f(e)-rnan-da, fer-na-nda\ is pronounced fer-NAHN-dah. It is of Old German origin, and its meaning is "adventurous; bold journey". From the Old German phrase "fard nand". Feminine form of Ferdinand or Fernando.

Fernanda has 10 variant forms: Anda, Annda, Ferdinanda, Ferdinande, Fern, Fernande, Fernandina, Fernandine, Nan and Nanda.

Fernanda is a common female first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Fernanda. Click here to compare Fernanda with related baby names.