Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2025 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company

      Meaning of the first name
      Fonda

      Origin 
      Spanish

      Meaning 
      Foundation

      Variations 
      Donda, Funda, Ronda

      *Some content has been generated by an artificial intelligence language model, in combination with data sourced from Ancestry records and provided by BabyNames.com.
      The name Fonda originates from the Spanish language and carries the meaning of Foundation. Its etymology can be traced back to medieval Spain when names were often derived from occupations, locations, or personal attributes. The name Fonda, in particular, is believed to have been derived from the Spanish word fondo, which broadly translates to foundation or base. This suggests that those who originally bore the name likely held a position of importance or were associated with the establishment of fundamental structures or ideas.

      Throughout history, the name Fonda has appeared in various contexts, primarily as a name. It is important to note that names often served as a way to identify individuals, their lineage, or occupation. As such, it is likely that those who carried the name Fonda in the past were respected individuals who played a significant role in their communities. In modern-day usage, the name Fonda retains its significance as a name, with individuals bearing this name found in different parts of the world. While the name has evolved over time, its Spanish origins and the meaning of Foundation continue to define its essence.
      Based on our records...
      This is the most common surname, spouse name and child name associated with Fonda.
      Brown

      is the most common surname for Fonda.

      Milford

      is the most common spouse name for Fonda.

      Mary

      is the most common child name for Fonda.

      Start your curiosity engines.

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Free Trial
      Order Ancestry
      did_you_know_bar
      Based on our records...
      Did you know?
      1907 is when there were the most people born with the first name Fonda.

      We'll guide you through the process of building and growing your tree

      Explore the origins of another name.