Historical FigureWest African1843 – 1880
Sarah Forbes Bonetta
Adopted by Queen Victoria, notable Victorian society figure
Biography
West African woman adopted by Queen Victoria in the 19th century. She was presented at the British royal court and became a notable figure in Victorian society.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
West African
Born
1843
Died
1880
Thinking about the name
Bonetta
Latin origin
“An elaborated form of Boneta, Bonetta extends the diminutive with an additional 't,' creating a name with romantic, vintage charm. The name evokes the early-to-mid 20th century while maintaining the goodness-based meaning of its Latin root. Its double-t construction gives it a distinctive, almost musical quality.”