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Origin(s)
PronunciationFON-duh / /ˈfɒndə/English; Latin
Meaning
Latin: founded; English: a surname derived from a place name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fonda has English origins, often associated with a surname that may derive from a place name. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of notable individuals. The name is also linked to the Latin word 'fundare,' meaning to found or establish. Fonda is relatively uncommon as a first name but has been used in various cultural contexts.
Trend Summary
Fonda has seen limited use as a first name in the United States, remaining relatively rare.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fonda was first seen in the United States in 1910. Fonda has ranked as high as #964 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, California, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Fonda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fonda (1982)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 19 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 26 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 25 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 20 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 22 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 23 |
| 1938 | 33 |
| 1939 | 35 |
| 1940 | 36 |
| 1941 | 48 |
| 1942 | 49 |
| 1943 | 57 |
| 1944 | 36 |
| 1945 | 41 |
| 1946 | 38 |
| 1947 | 74 |
| 1948 | 77 |
| 1949 | 76 |
| 1950 | 76 |
| 1951 | 114 |
| 1952 | 123 |
| 1953 | 88 |
| 1954 | 86 |
| 1955 | 98 |
| 1956 | 99 |
| 1957 | 70 |
| 1958 | 86 |
| 1959 | 108 |
| 1960 | 152 |
| 1961 | 143 |
| 1962 | 161 |
| 1963 | 181 |
| 1964 | 145 |
| 1965 | 128 |
| 1966 | 118 |
| 1967 | 97 |
| 1968 | 98 |
| 1969 | 108 |
| 1970 | 92 |
| 1971 | 77 |
| 1972 | 66 |
| 1973 | 62 |
| 1974 | 52 |
| 1975 | 57 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 45 |
| 1978 | 36 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 48 |
| 1983 | 26 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |