Rhonda Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Rhonda

"A female given name from Welsh."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1965 👥 208,639 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A female given name from Welsh.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
208,639
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Rhonda Mean?

Rhonda is a given name derived from Rhondda, which is a Welsh name. Notable people with the name include:Rhonda Adams, American model and actress Rhonda Bates, American actress Rhonda Belle Martin (1907–1957), American serial killer Rhonda Britten, the founder of the Fearless Living Institute, speaker and bestselling author Rhonda Burchmore, Australian entertainer Rhonda Byrne, Australian television writer and producer Rhonda Cator, retired badminton player from Australia Rhonda Cornum, Ph.D., M.D., captured during the Gulf War and molested by her Iraqi captors Rhonda Corvese, Toronto-based international independent curator Rhonda Faehn, American college gymnastics coach and former college and elite gymnast Rhonda Fleming (1923–2020), American film and television actress Rhonda Galball

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Rhonda is a given name derived from Rhondda, which is a Welsh name. Notable people with the name include:Rhonda Adams, American model and actress Rhonda Bates, American actress Rhonda Belle Martin (1907–1957), American serial killer Rhonda Britten, the founder of the Fearless Living Institute, speaker and bestselling author Rhonda Burchmore, Australian entertainer Rhonda Byrne, Australian television writer and producer Rhonda Cator, retired badminton player from Australia Rhonda Cornum, Ph.D., M.D., captured during the Gulf War and molested by her Iraqi captors Rhonda Corvese, Toronto-based international independent curator Rhonda Faehn, American college gymnastics coach and former college and elite gymnast Rhonda Fleming (1923–2020), American film and television actress Rhonda Galball

Root Element
Rhonda
Core Meaning
"A female given name from Welsh."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Rhonda

R 9
H 8
O 6
N 5
D 4
A 1
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

📊 Rhonda in Numbers

208,639 US bearers
1965 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Rhonda" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name from Welsh.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~208,639 people named Rhonda in the US. Peaked in 1965 with 10,979 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Rhonda?

The Life Path number for Rhonda is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 8.

Is Rhonda a boy or girl name?

Rhonda is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Rhonda in the US?

Approximately 208,639 people in the United States are named Rhonda. The name peaked in 1965 with 10,979 recorded uses.

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