Rhondia
Of Greek origin, meaning "like a rose" or "of rose-like beauty".
Name Census estimates that about 25 living Americans carry the first name Rhondia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Rhondia today is around 65 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rhondia births was 1961 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rhondia. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rhondia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
25
~ 1 in 13,710,174 Americans
Peak year
1961
8 babies that year
Average age
65
years old
1968 SSA rank
#7,906
Tracked since 1957
Popularity
Rhondia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Rhondia from the 1950s through to the 1960s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1960s, with 20 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rhondia by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Rhondia during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Rhondia
The name Rhondia is believed to have its origins in the ancient Greek language, tracing back to the 5th century BCE. It is thought to be derived from the Greek word "rhodon," meaning "rose," which was a flower revered for its beauty and symbolism in ancient Greek culture. The name's connection to this elegant bloom suggests a sense of grace and charm.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rhondia can be found in ancient Greek texts, where it was mentioned as the name of a minor goddess associated with the realm of nature and fertility. However, historical records on the specifics of this goddess are scarce, and her role in Greek mythology remains somewhat obscure.
In the 2nd century CE, a woman named Rhondia was noted in Roman historical records as a skilled physician and herbalist, renowned for her knowledge of medicinal plants and their applications. Her expertise in healing arts was highly regarded during her time, and she was said to have treated patients from all walks of life, including members of the Roman elite.
During the Byzantine era, in the 6th century CE, a renowned scholar and mathematician named Rhondia of Alexandria made significant contributions to the field of mathematics. Her work on advanced geometric concepts and algebraic equations was widely respected, and she is credited with developing innovative methods for solving complex mathematical problems.
In the 12th century, a French noblewoman named Rhondia de Montfort played a pivotal role in the Albigensian Crusade, a military campaign against the Cathar heretics in southern France. Known for her strategic acumen and unwavering determination, she led her troops into battle and was instrumental in several key victories during the conflict.
Another notable figure with the name Rhondia was an Italian Renaissance artist from the 15th century. Rhondia Veneziano was a skilled painter and fresco artist, known for her vibrant depictions of religious scenes and her innovative use of perspective techniques. Her works adorned the walls of several churches and palaces throughout Italy, and she was highly praised by her contemporaries for her artistic talent.
These are just a few examples of historical figures who bore the name Rhondia, each leaving their mark in various fields and eras. While the name may have originated from ancient Greek roots, its use has spanned across different cultures and time periods, reflecting a rich tapestry of history and significance.
People
Rhondia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rhondia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rhondia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rhondia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 25 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rhondia going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 13,710,174 US residents.
Is Rhondia a common name?
We classify Rhondia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 43.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 32 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rhondia most popular?
The single biggest year for Rhondia was 1961, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rhondia is about 65 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Rhondia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rhondia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rhondia in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Rhondia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rhondia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Rhondia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Rhondia?
You can see how many people have the name Rhondia on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.