Holding steady.
Popularity of Ronette since 1941
Babies named Ronette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 33 |
| 1950s | 113 |
| 1960s | 368 |
| 1970s | 284 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ronette is a feminized diminutive that saw its brief spotlight in the mid-20th century. First recorded in 1941, the name rose to its peak in 1967, influenced by the popularity of the girl group the Ronettes, though the name itself predates the group. Since the 1970s it has fallen into obscurity, ranking well outside the top 1000 by any measure. Today it remains a rare choice, with fewer than five births annually, reflecting a stable trajectory. It is a classic midcentury modern coinage, pairing a friendly root name with the fashionable ette suffix. The name's connection to the doo-wop era gives it a nostalgic charm for parents seeking an unusual but recognizable vintage name.
Ronette is a diminutive or feminine form derived from Ronnie, itself a pet form of Ronald or Veronica. The name gained a musical association through the 1960s girl group the Ronettes, though it pre-dates that group's rise. It follows the English pattern of adding ette to a root name to create a feminine diminutive.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron, Roni, Nettie
Sibling names for Ronette
Names that share Ronette's style, for a brother or sister.
