Ramona
Ramona is a Spanish feminine name derived from the Germanic name Raymond, meaning 'wise protector' or 'counselor.' It gained widespread use in English-speaking countries following the publication of Helen Hunt Jackson's 1884 novel 'Ramona.'
Current Popularity
#772 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in multiple languages
- •Strong literary heritage through both the classic novel and Beverly Cleary's beloved character series
- •Has a vintage charm that feels fresh again
- •The name has Spanish, German, and American cultural connections
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Famous People
Ramona Sarsgaard
Daughter of actors Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter Sarsgaard
Ramona Marquez
British actress known for 'Outnumbered'
Ramona Quimby
Beloved children's book character by Beverly Cleary
Ramona Singer
Reality TV personality from 'Real Housewives of New York'
Statistics
70,496
Total births since 1880
1928
Peak year
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