Romona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Romona is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'wise protector' or 'counselor.' It evolved from 'Ramona' and has been used since the early to mid-20th century. The name suggests traits of wisdom and strength, and it does not have a biblical background. Today, it is perceived as a classic and unique name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Romona"
Pronunciation
/rəˈmoʊnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Romona is derived from the Hebrew name 'Ramona,' which means 'wise protector' or 'counselor.'
Meaning
wise protector, counselor
Language Evolution
Ramona, Romona
Historical Usage
Romona gained popularity as a feminine name in the early to mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Ramona, Moni, Mona
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Romona is viewed as a unique and classic name, often associated with strength and wisdom.
Famous People
Romona Robinson, an American journalist, Ramona Flowers, a fictional character from the graphic novel series 'Scott Pilgrim'
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 148 peak births in 1955
Geographic Spread
Popular across 29 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Romona"
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 of "Romona"
"Romona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2067th of 9107 | 307 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 870th of 9204 | 1,260 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 968th of 12526 | 2,090 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1405th of 19264 | 1,204 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5937th of 27321 | 217 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16178th of 35406 | 66 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19915th of 30306 | 26 |
Regional Popularity of "Romona" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Romona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
85.03% 1204th/1416 |
- |
73.50% 1739th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.51% 719th/1546 |
64.52% 1004th/1556 |
41.82% 984th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.47% 968th/2227 |
42.39% 1030th/2430 |
30.74% 877th/2853 |
47.93% 1330th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
51.52% 1513th/2937 |
50.82% 1770th/3483 |
33.91% 1193rd/3518 |
46.91% 1897th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Romona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Romona" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Romona" in the United States
The name Romona is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Romona has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Romona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2067th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 870th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 968th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1405th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5937th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16178th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19915th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Romona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.