Rhonda is a female given name of English origin, derived from the surname "Rond," which is believed to be an abbreviated form of "Roundell." The name gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century and has since been widely used. It is often associated with strength and independence due to its powerful-sounding nature. Rhonda is also a component in some compound names, such as Rhondalyn or Rhondalee.
The name Rhonda saw its peak popularity between the late 1950s and mid-1960s, with a significant rise from 20 births in 1956 to a high of 41 births in 1967. However, after this peak, there was a consistent decline in the number of newborn girls named Rhonda, falling from 32 births in 1965 down to just 5 births in 1982. The total number of babies named Rhonda over this period was 589.