Bona is of Latin origin and means 'good'. It's a unisex name, though it's more commonly used for females. The name has been associated with goodness, virtue, and benevolence throughout history. In ancient Roman culture, Bona was the goddess of good fortune and prosperity, often depicted as a beautiful woman wearing a cornucopia. This further emphasizes the positive connotations linked to the name Bona.
The name Bona experienced its peak popularity between 1943 and 1945 with a total of 32 births during these three years alone. Conversely, the lowest number of births occurred in 1961 and 2022, each with only 5 registrations.