Rose of the world or beautiful rose
A modern American blend likely combining the name Rose with the suffix -shonda. It carries the floral symbolism of the rose while adopting the rhythmic style popular in mid-20th century African American naming traditions.
Less common today
Roshonda isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,482 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Gospel singer and member of The Anointed Pace Sisters
