Holding steady.
Popularity of Rhonna since 1946
Babies named Rhonna per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1955, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Rhonna's real moment was 1968.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 55 |
| 1960s | 75 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rhonna is a rare feminine name that appeared in U.S. records starting in 1946. It reached its peak popularity in 1968, but has since become uncommon. Its origins are uncertain, but it may be a variant of the Welsh name Rhonda, which itself derives from a place name. The name's trajectory shows a brief period of use in the mid-20th century, with a stable pattern since then. Interestingly, Rhonna was never among the top 1,000 names, reflecting its rarity. Despite its obscurity, the name has a simple, melodic sound that fits with other names of its era like Brenda and Donna.
Rhonna likely emerged as a feminine name in the mid-20th century, possibly as a variant of Rhonda. Rhonda itself is a Welsh place name derived from 'rhon' meaning 'spear' or 'noisy'. Alternatively, Rhonna may be a modern coinage echoing similar-sounding names. The name saw modest use in the United States in the 1960s, peaking in 1968.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ronnie, Rhonny
Sibling names for Rhonna
Names that share Rhonna's style, for a brother or sister.
