Origin and Meaning of Nona

Ninth

Origin: Latin - Derived from the Latin word 'nona', which means 'ninth'. Historically, it was used in ancient Rome to denote the ninth day of the month.

• Nona is associated with the Latin numeral system and has historical connections to Roman culture.
• In some cultures, Nona is used as a term of endearment for a grandmother, similar to ‘Nana’ or ‘Nonna’.
• Notable figures include Nona Gaprindashvili, a Georgian chess player who was a world women's chess champion.
• The name Nona saw a resurgence in popularity during the late 19th century, with fluctuations in various regions over the decades.
• Variations of the name include Nonna in Italian and Nonnah in some English-speaking areas.