Rhone Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROHN / /roʊn/English; French
Meaning
English: 'red earth'; French: 'river'
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Rhone is derived from the word for red earth, often associated with the color of certain landscapes. In French, it refers to the Rhône River, a significant waterway in southeastern France that has historical importance in trade and culture.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Rhon
- Rone
International Variants
- Renaud (French)
- Rón (Irish)
Famous people named Rhone
Rhone Resch — CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association.
Rhone T. Smith — American politician.
Fictional characters named Rhone
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rhone was first seen in the United States in 2004. Rhone has ranked as high as #1332 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Rhone has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rhone (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 28 |