Rashonna is a unique and beautiful name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word 'rashidi', meaning 'to search' or 'to investigate'. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and has since been embraced as an independent and distinctive choice for parents seeking something special for their daughters.
"The name Rashonna experienced a peak in popularity with eight births recorded in 1982, followed by consistent but varied occurrences throughout the rest of the decade and into the early nineties."