Shalonda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shalonda is an American name that likely combines elements of traditional names, emerging from creative naming practices in the African American community. It has no specific meaning but is associated with beauty. The name evolved from names like Sharon and Rhonda and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is perceived as unique and modern, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Shalonda is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South 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, Shalonda 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, 'Shalonda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10161st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 901st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1235th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8567th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Shalonda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shalonda"
Pronunciation
/ʃəˈlɒndə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Shalonda is a modern name that likely combines elements of traditional names such as 'Sharon' and 'Rhonda' or derives from the African American community's creative naming practices.
Meaning
A blend of names with no specific meaning, often associated with beauty.
Language Evolution
Sharon, Rhonda, Shalonda
Historical Usage
Shalonda gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, as part of a trend towards unique and creative names.
Variants & Derivatives
Sha, Londa, Shalon
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Shalonda is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shalonda Young, an American politician., Shalonda Smith, a notable artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shalonda"
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 "Shalonda"
"Shalonda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10161st of 12526 | 14 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 901st of 19264 | 2,350 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1235th of 27321 | 2,068 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8567th of 35406 | 200 |
Regional Popularity of "Shalonda" 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 "Shalonda" by Generation for Female 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) |
24.92% 732nd/2937 |
32.79% 1142nd/3483 |
18.96% 667th/3518 |
38.58% 1560th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.55% 1089th/3685 |
31.02% 1388th/4475 |
17.12% 889th/5194 |
42.74% 2700th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shalonda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shalonda" 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.