Girl Name · Greek Origin
Rhoda
Rhoda is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Rose". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Rhoda often also consider Reda.
Rhoda meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Rose
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Rhoda to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Rhoda as R·H·O·D·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Rhoda is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Rhoda variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Rhodaa, Rhodae, Rhoday, Rhod.
- Nicknames: Rho and R.
- Middle names: Pair Rhoda with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Rhoda middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Reda, Rheta, Rhett, Reita, Rita — full picks on the sibling names for Rhoda guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Rhoda? Browse our names like Rhoda guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Rhoda
What does the name Rhoda mean?
Rhoda means "Rose" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Rhoda?
Rhoda originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Rhoda?
Rhoda has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Rhoda a boy's or girl's name?
Rhoda is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Rhoda in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Rhoda sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Rhoda?
Names that share Rhoda's sound and style include Reda, Rheta, Rhett, Reita, Rita.
What middle names pair well with Rhoda?
Good middle-name fits for Rhoda pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Rhoda is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Rhoda is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Rhoda?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Rhoda share its rhythm without rhyming — Reda, Rheta, Rhett all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.