Shonda
Shonda: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʃɔn.də/
Meaning and origin of Shonda
- A female given name of modern usage.
Etymology
Perhaps a blend of Shona + Rhonda.
How popular is Shonda?
Since 1880, 7,444 girls in the U.S. have been named Shonda. Its highest rank for girls was #419 in 1973. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Shonda
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Shonda
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Shonda FAQ
What does the name Shonda mean?
A female given name of modern usage. Perhaps a blend of Shona + Rhonda.
How popular is the name Shonda?
Since 1880, 7,444 girls in the U.S. have been named Shonda. Its highest rank for girls was #419 in 1973. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Shonda a boy or girl name?
Shonda is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,444 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.