Caldonia, of Scottish origin, is an uncommon yet distinctive female given name. Derived from the Scottish surname Caldwell, which is believed to have been derived from the Old English personal name Cadal, meaning 'hardy' or 'bold', it signifies a strong and resilient spirit. The name Caldonia has been historically more prevalent in Scotland but can also be found in other countries with significant Scottish diaspora populations.
The name Caldonia experienced fluctuations in popularity over the given period, with peaks occurring around the early 1900s and during World War I. The highest number of births recorded was in 1918 with 26 births. However, there was a significant drop in usage by the mid-20th century, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1947 onwards, including only 5 births in 2016. Overall, 706 children were named Caldonia during this period.