Rona
Meaning of Rona
The name Rona is a feminine name that originated from Scotland. It is derived from the Gaelic word "m'rona" which means "my seal". The pronunciation of Rona in English is ROH-nuh (/ˈroʊnə/). Another variation of this name is Rhona. Rona has been used as a given name for girls in the United States since at least 1896, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent decades, it has remained moderately popular, with varying rankings between 11164 and 2473 in terms of occurrence. This timeless name carries a sense of elegance and uniqueness, making it a beautiful choice for parents seeking a Scottish-inspired name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ROH-nuh (/ˈroʊnə/)
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Notable People Named Rona
| Rona Ambrose - Ronalee Ambrose Veitch is a Canadian former politician who served as interim leader of the Conservative Party and the leader of the Opposition between 2015 and 2017. |
| Rona Fairhead, Baroness Fairhead - Baroness Rona Fairhead is a prominent businesswoman and life peer who served as a minister of state at the Department for International Trade and was the last chairman of the BBC Trust. |
| Rona Jaffe was an American novelist known for her works published from 1958 to 2003, and for writing cultural pieces for Cosmopolitan in the 1960s. |
| Rona Ramon was a prominent STEM activist and advocate for youth education in Israel, known for her resilience in the face of personal tragedy. |
| Rona Hartner was a German-Romanian actress, painter, and singer known for her role in Gadjo dilo, and for specializing in Gypsy music, who passed away in 2023 at the age of 50. |
