MallowbyNames

Alonda

ah-LON-dah · of uncertain origin

Peak popularity
1970
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Alonda since 1949

Babies named Alonda per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1326391960198020002020Most births 1970Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1940s6
1950s58
1960s180
1970s251
1980s166
1990s137
2000s71
2010s8
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Alonda is a rare modern first name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1949. It reached its peak popularity in 1970, during the 1970s decade, but has never ranked among the top 1,000 names. The name's trajectory has remained stable, indicating sporadic but consistent use without notable revival. Due to its rarity, data on geographic concentration is limited, but it has been recorded across a few states. Alonda likely originated as a creative variation of names ending in '-onda', such as Yolanda, which enjoyed broader popularity at the time. Its exact etymology is unclear, and it carries no established meaning.

Alonda is a name of uncertain origin, likely a modern coinage that emerged in the 20th century. It may have been formed by combining the prefix 'Al-' with the popular suffix '-onda', possibly influenced by names like Yolanda or Rhonda. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1949 and saw modest use during the 1970s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Al, Londa

Sibling names for Alonda

Names that share Alonda's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Alonda mean?
The meaning of Alonda is uncertain. It is believed to be a modern invented name, possibly inspired by similar-sounding names like Yolanda or Rhonda.
How popular is the name Alonda currently?
Alonda has never ranked among the top 1,000 U.S. names. It has remained rare since its first recorded use in 1949, with a peak in 1970.
Is Alonda typically a girl's name?
Yes, Alonda is used almost exclusively for girls in the United States.