Aldona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aldona is a name of Slavic origin meaning 'noble'. It evolved from the Old High German word 'Ald', meaning 'old' or 'wise', combined with the Slavic feminine suffix '-ona'. The name reflects attributes of strength and wisdom, with a notable historical presence in Slavic cultures, particularly Poland. It has no direct biblical relevance, and its modern perception is that of elegance and tradition.
The name Aldona is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aldona has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Aldona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1236th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3218th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5442nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14677th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Aldona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aldona"
Pronunciation
/ælˈdoʊ.nə/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Aldona is believed to derive from the Old High German name 'Ald' meaning 'old' or 'wise', combined with the Slavic suffix '-ona', which is often used in feminine names.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Old High German: Ald, Proto-Slavic: *-ona, Modern Slavic languages: Aldona
Historical Usage
Aldona gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Poland and other Slavic regions, where it is often associated with nobility and grace.
Variants & Derivatives
Alda, Aldine, Aldon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aldona is perceived as an elegant and traditional name, often associated with strength and wisdom.
Famous People
Aldona L. K. Gajewska, Polish artist, Aldona M. W. Zienkiewicz, Polish scientist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aldona"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aldona"
"Aldona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1236th of 9107 | 669 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3218th of 9204 | 145 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5442nd of 12526 | 96 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14677th of 19264 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldona" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aldona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
51.20% 725th/1416 |
37.27% 514th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
82.15% 1270th/1546 |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aldona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aldona" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.