Rhonda Graves

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rhonda Graves — Welsh
251K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rhonda Graves is a name that combines Welsh origins. The first name Rhonda is a feminine given name of Welsh origin. Rhonda is a given name derived from Rhondda, which is a Welsh name. Notable people with the name include: Rhonda Adams (born 1971), American model and actress Rhonda Bates (born 1949), American actress Rhonda Belle Martin (1907–1957), American serial killer Rhonda Britten (born 1960), the founder of the Fearless Living Institute, speaker and bestselling author Rhonda Burchmore (born 1960), Australian entertainer Rhonda Byrne (born 1951), Australian television writer and producer Rhonda Cator (born 1966), retired badminton player from Australia Rhonda Cornum, Ph.D., M.D., captured during the Gu. The surname Graves: Graves is a surname of English origin. Its distribution within England is centered on Lincolnshire, followed in concentration by Lancashire, Yorkshire, Cumbria, and East Anglia. The surname is likely a variant of Grave with genitival or post-medieval excrescent -s. The surname Grave seems to have its possible origins in: 1. "Occupational name from Middle English greyve, grayve, greve 'steward bailif, manorial officer who managed the lord's demesne farm, headman of a town or village', a borrowing from Old Scandinavian greifi 'earl, count". 2. Rhonda is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 251K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Rhonda reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rhonda

Welsh

Rhonda is a given name derived from Rhondda, which is a Welsh name. Notable people with the name include: Rhonda Adams (born 1971), American model and actress Rhonda Bates (born 1949), American actress Rhonda Belle Martin (1907–1957), American serial killer Rhonda Britten (born 1960), the founder of the Fearless Living Institute, speaker and bestselling author Rhonda Burchmore (born 1960), Australian entertainer Rhonda Byrne (born 1951), Australian television writer and producer Rhonda Cator (born 1966), retired badminton player from Australia Rhonda Cornum, Ph.D., M.D., captured during the Gu.

Surname: Graves

English

Graves is a surname of English origin. Its distribution within England is centered on Lincolnshire, followed in concentration by Lancashire, Yorkshire, Cumbria, and East Anglia. The surname is likely a variant of Grave with genitival or post-medieval excrescent -s. The surname Grave seems to have its possible origins in: 1. "Occupational name from Middle English greyve, grayve, greve 'steward bailif, manorial officer who managed the lord's demesne farm, headman of a town or village', a borrowing from Old Scandinavian greifi 'earl, count". 2.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Rhonda is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Rhonda by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Rhonda Graves

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Rhonda Graves:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Rhonda?
The first name Rhonda originates from Welsh. Rhonda is a given name derived from Rhondda, which is a Welsh name. Notable people with the name include: Rhonda Adams (born 1971), American model and actress Rhonda Bates (born 1949), American actress Rhonda Belle Martin (1907–1957), American serial killer Rhonda Britten (born 1960), the founder of the Fearless Living Institute, speaker and bestselling author Rhonda Burchmore (born 1960), Australian entertainer Rhonda Byrne (born 1951), Australian television writer and producer Rhonda Cator (born 1966), retired badminton player from Australia Rhonda Cornum, Ph.D., M.D., captured during the Gu.
When was Rhonda most popular?
The name Rhonda reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Graves?
The surname Graves originates from English. Graves is a surname of English origin. Its distribution within England is centered on Lincolnshire, followed in concentration by Lancashire, Yorkshire, Cumbria, and East Anglia. The surname is likely a variant of Grave with genitival or post-medieval excrescent -s. The surname Grave seems to have its possible origins in: 1. "Occupational name from Middle English greyve, grayve, greve 'steward bailif, manorial officer who managed the lord's demesne farm, headman of a town or village', a borrowing from Old Scandinavian greifi 'earl, count". 2.
What are the origins of the name Rhonda Graves?
The name Rhonda Graves combines two different traditions: the first name Rhonda has Welsh roots, while the surname Graves originates from English.
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