Rhoda
Rhoda is a Christian girl name of Greek origin, meaning “Rose”.
| Meaning | Rose |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Pronunciation | ROH-duh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Rhoda
Rhoda comes from the Greek rhodon, 'rose'; the island of Rhodes may share the same root. In the Acts of the Apostles (12:13), a servant girl named Rhoda answers the door when Peter knocks after escaping from prison, and in her joy runs back inside without letting him in. That lively scene made the name familiar to Protestant readers, and it was used from the seventeenth century on. The 1970s sitcom Rhoda kept it in the public eye.
Is Rhoda a Christian name?
Yes, Rhoda is a New Testament name: she is the servant girl in Acts 12:13 who recognises Peter's voice at the door.
How popular is Rhoda?
Used steadily in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries; rare today.
Gifts with the name Rhoda
- Rhoda name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Rhoda baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Rhoda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rhoda mean?
Rhoda means 'Rose'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Rhoda a Christian name?
Yes, Rhoda is a New Testament name: she is the servant girl in Acts 12:13 who recognises Peter's voice at the door.
How do you pronounce Rhoda?
Rhoda is pronounced ROH-duh.
Is Rhoda a boy or girl name?
Rhoda is usually a girl name.