Ronen
Ronen is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Song, joy, or exultation.
Origin and history
Ronen is a Hebrew given name derived from the word for joy or song. It has seen steady, moderate growth in the United States in recent years, particularly among parents seeking a modern Hebrew name with a crisp sound. It is distinct from the Celtic name Ronan, though they share a similar pronunciation.
Popularity in the United States
1,269 babies in the United States have been named Ronen since 1880. It ranks #3430 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1439.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.7 %)
- NY (21.8 %)
- TX (10.7 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
- VA (3.1 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 49 |
| 1990-2000 | 21 |
| 2000-2010 | 166 |
| 2010-2019 | 493 |
| 2020-2029 | 498 |
Famous people named Ronen
- Ronen Rubinstein: Actor
Fun facts
- Ronen derives from the Hebrew root meaning 'to sing' or 'shout for joy'.
- Although Ronen sounds identical or very similar to the Irish name Ronan, the two names developed independently from different language roots.