Rhoda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rhoda originates from Greek, meaning 'rose'. It evolved through various forms, including Rhodē in Ancient Greek and was Latinized to Rhoda. It carries biblical relevance, being mentioned in the New Testament. Although it is less common today, it is seen as a charming name with historical significance.
The name Rhoda is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Rhoda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rhoda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 308th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 341st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 588th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 937th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2544th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3685th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3336th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rhoda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rhoda"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊdə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Rhoda is derived from the Greek word 'rhodon', meaning 'rose'. It is also associated with the island of Rhodes in Greece, which is named after the same root due to the abundance of roses found there.
Meaning
rose
Language Evolution
Rhoda (Greek), Rhodē (Ancient Greek), Rhoda (Latinized form)
Biblical Background
Rhoda is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the Book of Acts, where she is noted for her role in the story of Peter's escape from prison.
Historical Usage
The name Rhoda gained popularity in the early Christian era due to its biblical association and has remained in use throughout the centuries, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhodah, Rhodie
Modern Popularity & Image
Rhoda is viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name, evoking a sense of charm and nostalgia. It is not as commonly used today, which adds to its uniqueness.
Famous People
Rhoda Broughton - a Victorian novelist, Rhoda Wise - an American mystic
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rhoda"
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 "Rhoda"
"Rhoda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 308th of 9107 | 7,886 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 341st of 9204 | 6,762 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 588th of 12526 | 4,725 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 937th of 19264 | 2,185 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2544th of 27321 | 717 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3685th of 35406 | 628 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3336th of 30306 | 575 |
Regional Popularity of "Rhoda" 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 "Rhoda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
26.06% 369th/1416 |
14.29% 197th/1379 |
17.79% 421st/2366 |
31.70% 362nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
24.90% 385th/1546 |
11.83% 184th/1556 |
23.42% 551st/2353 |
34.84% 539th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.18% 583rd/2227 |
21.19% 515th/2430 |
23.41% 668th/2853 |
25.44% 706th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.80% 934th/2937 |
27.33% 952nd/3483 |
27.66% 973rd/3518 |
32.12% 1299th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.59% 1643rd/3685 |
35.75% 1600th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.87% 1735th/4582 |
39.14% 2021st/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
46.21% 1841st/3984 |
40.90% 1835th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Rhoda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rhoda" 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.