Rhodesia
Pronunciation: [ r-ohd-EEZH-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rhodesia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1966.
Over 95 babies have been named Rhodesia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rhodesia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,389 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,389
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rhodesia
Rhodesia is a girl name .
Rhodesia is currently ranked #35,389 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rhodesia include Rho, Rhy, Rhoie, and Rhodie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rhodesia include Rhoda, Rhodes . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis