A 1940s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Ronni since 1936
Babies named Ronni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 13 |
| 1940s | 409 |
| 1950s | 454 |
| 1960s | 456 |
| 1970s | 423 |
| 1980s | 426 |
| 1990s | 602 |
| 2000s | 321 |
| 2010s | 290 |
| 2020s | 213 |
Meaning & origin
Ronni first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1936 and saw its peak popularity in 1949, during the mid-20th century boom of nickname-style names. After a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2011, reflecting a broader revival of vintage nickname names. Though not among the top 1000 most common names today, its 2025 rank of 3389 and 1-in-35717 frequency show steady renewed interest. The name's resurgence aligns with a trend toward names like Charli, Frankie, and Billie, suggesting that Ronni may continue to climb in the coming years.
Ronni is a feminine diminutive of Veronica, which derives from the Greek Berenice, meaning 'bearer of victory'. The name Veronica became associated with the Latin 'vera iconica' (true image) via the legend of Saint Veronica. Ronni emerged as a nickname in the English-speaking world, gaining independent use as a given name in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron, Roni, Noni
Sibling names for Ronni
Names that share Ronni's style, for a brother or sister.
