Tawona is a unique and captivating name of African origin, meaning 'the sun has dawned' in Shona, a language spoken primarily in Zimbabwe. It is composed of two elements: 'tawo', which signifies 'sun', and '-na', a suffix denoting possession. Thus, Tawona essentially translates to 'the dawn or rise of the sun'. This name is often associated with warmth, brightness, and new beginnings, much like the sun itself. It is relatively uncommon in Western cultures but carries rich cultural significance in Africa.
The name Tawona had its peak popularity in the late 70s and early 80s with a total of 78 births recorded from 1971 to 1981. The years 1976 and 1978 saw the highest number of babies named Tawona, with 12 each.