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Ronald

Boy · Scandinavian · Medium name

Meaning
Ruler's counsel, mighty ruler
Pronunciation
RAH-nuld
Origin
Scandinavian

Scottish form of Ragnvaldr, from Old Norse 'regin' (counsel) and 'valdr' (ruler).

Popularity
Common in United States (2023)

Popularity: US SSA, 2023

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Languages in use: Nordic, Scottish, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • RonanIrish

    Related Irish name meaning little seal; distinct etymology.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Ronald Reagan

    1911–2004

    40th President of the United States and a former film actor.

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Sources for this record

US SSA, Baby Names from Social Security Card Applications (2023). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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