Girl · 63rd of 19,264
Rhonda
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
208,639
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1965
Peak Popularity Year
10,979
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Rhonda stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Rhonda originates from Welsh, meaning 'spear' or 'great river.' It evolved from Old Welsh 'Rhon' and has variants like Ronda and Ronnie. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with strong traits. There is no biblical background connected to the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒndə/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Rhonda is derived from the Welsh word 'rhon' meaning 'a spear' or 'a great river.' It is also associated with the geographical location of the Rhondda Valley in Wales.
Meaning
spear, great river
Language Evolution
Old Welsh: Rhon, Middle Welsh: Rhond, Modern Welsh: Rhonda
Historical Usage
Rhonda gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to its association with the Rhondda Valley and its use in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Ronda, Ronnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Rhonda is perceived as a classic yet somewhat vintage name, often associated with strong and independent women.
Famous People
Rhonda Byrne, author of 'The Secret', Rhonda Rousey, professional wrestler and mixed martial artist
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 10,979 peak births in 1965
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2237th of 7552 | 250 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2156th of 10718 | 304 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10292nd of 16616 | 30 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4035th of 9107 | 91 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 872nd of 9204 | 1,257 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 75th of 12526 | 111,371 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 63rd of 19264 | 85,489 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 445th of 27321 | 8,684 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2777th of 35406 | 938 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6537th of 30306 | 220 |