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Nashonda

Female

« Nashonda is a rare, African American female given name that combines "Nash", meaning ambitious or diligent, with "onda", meaning sound or harmony, interpreted as 'diligent sound' or 'ambitious harmony'. »

#29625 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Nashonda is a unique and distinctive female given name of African American origin. It is composed of two elements: "Nash", which means "ambitious" or "diligent", and "onda", which means "sound" or "harmony". Therefore, the name Nashonda can be interpreted as meaning "diligent sound" or "ambitious harmony". The name Nashonda is not particularly common, but it has been used in African American communities for several generations. It is believed to have originated during the late 19th or early 20th century, possibly as a creative combination of existing names or as a way to honor someone with the surname Nash. There are no specific historical figures associated with the name Nashonda, but it has been used by African American women in various fields, including entertainment and politics. One notable example is Nashonda Stewart, an American actress known for her role in the television series "The Bold and the Beautiful".

In numbers

Popularity of the name Nashonda since 1880

Total births
76
Total since 1880
Peak year
1978
10 births
in 1988
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years