Name Profile
Ronald
“Ruler's counsel” — Scottish
BoyScottish2 syllablesCurrent rank #575 (2024)
About Ronald
Hailing from the rugged highlands, the Scottish boy's name Ronald signifies a "ruler's counsel." It is a distinguished, mid-century classic that projects authority alongside a welcoming, grandfatherly warmth. This sturdy name carries an air of wisdom and steadfast reliability.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginScottish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Ronald
RonaRonRonieRonyNald
Popularity in the U.S.
Ronald ranks #575 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 495 births..
Ronald popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Ronald had 495 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 2,564 | #137 |
| 1995 | 2,400 | #146 |
| 1996 | 2,230 | #156 |
| 1997 | 2,096 | #164 |
| 1998 | 1,847 | #182 |
| 1999 | 1,872 | #186 |
| 2021 | 504 | #562 |
| 2022 | 532 | #559 |
| 2023 | 457 | #612 |
| 2024 | 495 | #575 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Ronald James
- Ronald Alexander
- Ronald Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ronald mean?
Ronald is commonly linked to the meaning Ruler's counsel and is associated with Scottish roots.
Is Ronald a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Ronald ranks #575 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 495 births..
What are common nicknames for Ronald?
Popular nicknames include Rona, Ron, Ronie, Rony, Nald.