Combination name; likely pure or rose and stone
Rashonda is a modern American blend, likely created by combining the prefix 'Ra-' with the name Shonda. Shonda itself is often a variant of Shawna or Rhonda, drawing from roots meaning 'God is gracious' or 'grand' and 'spear'. It emerged in the mid-20th century as part of a creative naming tradition within African American communities.
Less common today
Rashonda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,065 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American television news anchor and journalist
