Ronal
Ronal is a boy's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Ruler's counselor or powerful advice.
Origin and history
Ronal is a masculine given name, typically considered a variant or short form of Ronald, which derives from Old Norse elements meaning advice and ruler. In the United States, it has remained a relatively rare name throughout recorded history. It offers a slightly distinctive twist on a traditional classical name.
Popularity in the United States
1,541 babies in the United States have been named Ronal since 1880. It ranks #3204 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1856.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.5 %)
- OK (27.2 %)
- TX (23.9 %)
- TN (6.5 %)
- KY (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 9 |
| 1920-1930 | 48 |
| 1930-1940 | 216 |
| 1940-1950 | 282 |
| 1950-1960 | 168 |
| 1960-1970 | 160 |
| 1970-1980 | 96 |
| 1980-1990 | 71 |
| 1990-2000 | 123 |
| 2000-2010 | 194 |
| 2010-2019 | 103 |
| 2020-2029 | 71 |
Nicknames
Ron, Ronnie
Fun facts
- Ronal traces its linguistic roots back to the Old Norse name Rögnvaldr, composed of elements meaning counsel and rule.
- Ronal is a rare choice in the US, with just over 1,500 total recorded male births since 1880.