Rondal
Rondal is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Ruler's counsel or shield-wolf.
Origin and history
Rondal is a masculine given name of English origin, primarily developed as a variant of Ronald or Randal. Derived from elements meaning 'ruler's counsel' or 'shield-wolf', it gained modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century. Today, it is a rare traditional name seldom given to newborns.
Popularity in the United States
1,864 babies in the United States have been named Rondal since 1880. It ranks #2971 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- KY (71.5 %)
- TN (10.5 %)
- WV (8.1 %)
- TX (3.7 %)
- AR (1.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 26 |
| 1920-1930 | 116 |
| 1930-1940 | 305 |
| 1940-1950 | 461 |
| 1950-1960 | 329 |
| 1960-1970 | 308 |
| 1970-1980 | 173 |
| 1980-1990 | 92 |
| 1990-2000 | 37 |
| 2000-2010 | 11 |
| 2010-2019 | 6 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Ron, Ronny
Fun facts
- Rondal developed as a phonetic variant blending elements from Ronald and Randal.
- The name saw its highest U.S. registration frequency during the 1930s and 1940s.