Ronan
Ronan is a boy's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Little seal.
Origin and history
Ronan is an Irish boy's name derived from the Gaelic word for 'seal'. Historically borne by several early Irish saints and legendary figures, it has gained substantial popularity in the modern United States, rising significantly in usage since 2000.
Popularity in the United States
20,679 babies in the United States have been named Ronan since 1880. It ranks #826 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #265.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.4 %)
- NY (7.2 %)
- MA (5.4 %)
- TX (5.4 %)
- PA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 47 |
| 1970-1980 | 32 |
| 1980-1990 | 84 |
| 1990-2000 | 322 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,343 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,092 |
| 2020-2029 | 7,749 |
Famous people named Ronan
- Ronan Farrow: Journalist, Author
- Ronan Keating: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- In Irish mythology and folklore, seals were often tied to selkies, mythical beings capable of taking human form.
- The name has seen a major surge in U.S. popularity during the 21st century.