Rhodesia, derived from Cecil John Rhodes, is an uncommon yet intriguing given name for boys and girls alike. It has roots in British colonial history and carries a distinctive, strong sound. The name evokes images of exploration, adventure, and the spirit of conquest that characterized the era it was named after. As a unisex name, Rhodesia offers parents the opportunity to choose a unique moniker with a rich historical background for their child.
The number of births recorded under the name Rhodesia appears to have fluctuated significantly over time. From a consistent five births annually between 1966 and 1967, there was a notable spike to ten births in 1973. This higher figure was maintained for two consecutive years until it dropped to six births in 1974. After this dip, there was another peak with eleven births in 1976, followed by twelve births the subsequent year. However, from 1978 onwards, the number of births under this name began to decrease, reaching a low point of eight births in that year and then fluctuating between six and ten births until the most recent data available in 1982 and 1992. Overall, there were ninety-five births recorded under the name Rhodesia over this period.