Nona is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from nonus, meaning "ninth." In ancient Roman religion, Nona was a goddess of pregnancy, specifically associated with the ninth month of gestation. Her name directly references the nine months of pregnancy, marking her as a protector of childbirth and infants. Nona was also one of the three Fates, known in Latin as the Parcae, alongside Decima and Morta. The Parcae controlled the thread of life, with Nona spinning the thread from her distaff, Decima measuring it, and Morta cutting it. This mythology highlights Nona's role in determining the moment of birth and the beginning of a new life. Although the name fell into obscurity after the Roman era, it experienced a revival in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries. Variants such as Nonie and related names like Decima and Tertia reflect the Roman tradition of numeric names. Nona carries a classical, timeless quality.
- Meaning: "Ninth"
- Origin: Latin
- Type: Given name, historically linked to a Roman goddess
- Usage regions: Roman, modern English-speaking countries