Tonda
Tonda is a girl's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Priceless or highly praiseworthy.
Origin and history
Tonda is primarily recognized as a Slavic short form of Antonín or Antonía, related to the Roman name Antonius. It has also seen sporadic use as an independent given name in the United States, peaking in popularity during the mid-20th century. Today, it is extremely rare for newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,426 babies in the United States have been named Tonda since 1880. It ranks #3583 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- OH (29.5 %)
- NC (18.2 %)
- IN (11.7 %)
- TX (7.8 %)
- MI (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 172 |
| 1950-1960 | 595 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,085 |
| 1970-1980 | 469 |
| 1980-1990 | 105 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- In Czech culture, Tonda is a standard everyday diminutive for males named Antonín, though it has been used for females in the U.S.
- The name saw most of its U.S. usage between the 1950s and 1970s before declining sharply.