NAME PROFILE
Lona
Lona is a name of Latin origin meaning 'light' or 'moonlight.' It carries an elegant and gentle connotation, evoking warmth and a sense of calm. The name suggests a person who is thoughtful, caring, and brings illumination to the lives of those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 10,924 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2017 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Spanish, Italian, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
TX — 26%NC — 20%KY — 19%CA — 19%WV — 17%
Notable People
Lona Williams (Screenwriter, *Roseanne*) · Lona McLeod (Author, *Mystery Novels*) · Lona Goudsouzian (Art Curator, *Contemporary Art*) · Lona Hee (Singer, *Pop Music*) · Lona M. (Activist, *Environmental Issues*)
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