Holding steady.
Popularity of Ronnald since 1935
Babies named Ronnald per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 39 |
| 1940s | 230 |
| 1950s | 276 |
| 1960s | 141 |
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ronnald is a rare spelling variant of the traditional name Ronald, which enjoyed widespread popularity in the mid-20th century. While the standard form Ronald ranked highly for decades, the variant Ronnald never cracked the top 1,000, with its peak year in 1948. According to Social Security data, the name's use has remained stable over the decades, always given to fewer than five boys per year. No states recorded significant usage for Ronnald. The name carries the same Old Norse heritage as Ronald, evoking a sense of leadership and counsel, but remains an uncommon choice for modern parents looking for a distinct twist on a classic.
Ronnald is a spelling variant of Ronald, which is the Scottish anglicization of the Old Norse name Rǫgnvaldr, composed of the elements regin ('advice', 'decision' or 'the gods') and valdr ('ruler'). The name was introduced to Scotland by Norse settlers and became common in the Highlands and the Outer Hebrides.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron, Ronnie
Variants: Ronald, Ronneld, Ronnold
Sibling names for Ronnald
Names that share Ronnald's style, for a brother or sister.
