Ronisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationroh-NEE-sha / roʊˈniːʃəAmerican; African American
Meaning
Derived from the name Ron, meaning 'ruler' or 'song' in Hebrew; combined with the suffix -isha, often used in African American naming traditions.
Historical & Cultural Background
Ronisha is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending traditional names with suffixes. The use of -isha has been popularized in the 20th century, often signifying femininity and strength. Names like Ronisha are part of a broader cultural movement towards individuality in naming practices.
Trend Summary
Ronisha has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States since the 1980s, with a peak in the 1990s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ronisha was first seen in the United States in 1974. Ronisha has ranked as high as #1122 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ronisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ronisha (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 26 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 37 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1985 | 47 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 59 |
| 1988 | 48 |
| 1989 | 88 |
| 1990 | 57 |
| 1991 | 91 |
| 1992 | 119 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 88 |
| 1995 | 68 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 41 |
| 1998 | 44 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 37 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 9 |