Rhonda Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRON-duh / /ˈrɒndə/Welsh; English
Meaning
Welsh: 'great spear'; English: 'a form of the name Rhonwen'
Historical & Cultural Background
Rhonda is a name of Welsh origin, derived from the name of a river in Wales. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with strength and femininity, though it has been used for boys in rare instances. Its use has declined in recent years.
Trend Summary
Rhonda has seen a significant decline in popularity in the United States since the 1980s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rhonda was first seen in the United States in 1932. Rhonda has ranked as high as #1047 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Rhonda has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rhonda (1965)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 21 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 27 |
| 1962 | 23 |
| 1963 | 24 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 41 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 27 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |