Vonda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vonda is an American name that has its roots in the name Vondel. It means wishing for or desire and has evolved from Vondel to Vonda. Although it does not have biblical ties, it gained popularity in the mid-20th century, reflecting traits of creativity and individuality. The name is now seen as unique and vintage, with notable bearers contributing to its modern image.
The name Vonda is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Vonda 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, 'Vonda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1151st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 701st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 716th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 669th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4890th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18096th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Vonda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vonda"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɒndə/
Origin
American
Etymology
The name Vonda is derived from the name of a character in a novel by the American author, who popularized it in the early 20th century. It is often considered a feminine form of the name 'Vondel', which has Dutch origins.
Meaning
Wishing for, desire
Language Evolution
Vondel, Vonda
Historical Usage
The name Vonda gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s, partly due to its usage in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Vondie, Vonnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vonda is viewed as a unique and vintage name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Vonda Shepard, an American singer-songwriter known for her music on the television series 'Ally McBeal'., Vonda Wright, an American orthopedic surgeon and author.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vonda"
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 "Vonda"
"Vonda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1151st of 9107 | 755 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 701st of 9204 | 1,888 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 716th of 12526 | 3,469 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 669th of 19264 | 3,859 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4890th of 27321 | 285 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18096th of 35406 | 51 |
Regional Popularity of "Vonda" 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 "Vonda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
54.80% 776th/1416 |
- |
48.94% 1158th/2366 |
68.83% 786th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
36.48% 564th/1546 |
70.89% 1103rd/1556 |
27.84% 655th/2353 |
42.21% 653rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.64% 660th/2227 |
49.92% 1213th/2430 |
20.54% 586th/2853 |
35.03% 972nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.59% 634th/2937 |
30.72% 1070th/3483 |
13.93% 490th/3518 |
25.02% 1012th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vonda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vonda" 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.