Ronaldo
Ronaldo is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Counsel rule, powerful advisor, or ruler's counselor.
Origin and history
Ronaldo is the Portuguese variant of the name Ronald, which derives from the Old Norse name Rögnvaldr. It carries the etymological meaning of ruler's advisor or counsel. In the United States, the name has maintained steady usage, often chosen by families with Portuguese or Spanish language heritage or fans of global sports figures.
Popularity in the United States
6,043 babies in the United States have been named Ronaldo since 1880. It ranks #1550 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1445.
States where it is most popular
- CA (34.7 %)
- TX (28.8 %)
- FL (7.7 %)
- NY (7.5 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 11 |
| 1920-1930 | 30 |
| 1930-1940 | 48 |
| 1940-1950 | 77 |
| 1950-1960 | 179 |
| 1960-1970 | 225 |
| 1970-1980 | 236 |
| 1980-1990 | 269 |
| 1990-2000 | 976 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,096 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,405 |
| 2020-2029 | 491 |
Famous people named Ronaldo
- Ronaldo Nazário: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Ronaldo Ronaldinho: Athlete, Soccer Player
Nicknames
Ron, Ronnie, Naldo
Fun facts
- Ronaldo is the Portuguese equivalent of the English name Ronald, tracing back to the ancient Norse name Rögnvaldr.
- The global fame of iconic Brazilian and Portuguese soccer players has elevated international awareness of the name.