Holding steady.
Popularity of Samona since 1965
Babies named Samona per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 115 |
| 1980s | 81 |
| 1990s | 37 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Samona is a modern American female name that first appeared in birth records in 1965, placing it among the wave of inventive coinages of the mid-20th century. Its peak usage occurred in 1971, but even then it remained exceedingly rare, never cracking the national top 1000. The name has shown a stable trajectory over the decades, with only sporadic use and no recorded top states, confirming its status as a highly uncommon choice. Samona likely draws inspiration from the popular sounds of names like Samantha or Ramona, without a specific etymological meaning. For parents seeking a distinctive and melodic name with a contemporary feel, Samona offers a rare alternative that is essentially unheard of in modern times.
Samona first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1965, suggesting a modern coinage rather than a traditional name with deep historical roots. It may be formed by combining the popular prefix 'Sa-' (as in Samantha) with the suffix '-mona' (similar to Ramona), or it could be a creative respelling of similar-sounding names. The name saw its peak usage in 1971 but has remained very rare, never entering the top 1000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sami, Sam, Mona
Sibling names for Samona
Names that share Samona's style, for a brother or sister.
