Ronny Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRON-ee / /ˈrɒni/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is my king'; English: diminutive of Ronald
Historical & Cultural Background
Ronny is often considered a diminutive form of Ronald, which has roots in Old Norse. The name Ronald became popular in Scotland and was later adopted in English-speaking countries. Ronny has been used as a standalone name, particularly in the 20th century. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Trend Summary
Ronny has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable increase in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ron
- Ronald
International Variants
- Ronaldo (Spanish/Portuguese)
- Ronan (Irish)
Famous people named Ronny
Ronny Chieng is a Malaysian comedian and actor known for his work on 'The Daily Show'.
Ronny Jackson is an American politician who served as the White House physician.
Ronny Turiaf is a French former professional basketball player who played in the NBA.
Ronny Deila is a Norwegian football manager and former player.
Fictional characters named Ronny
Ronny is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his humorous antics.
Ronny is a character in the film 'The Hangover Part II', serving as a comedic sidekick.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ronny was first seen in the United States in 1927. Ronny has ranked as high as #645 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Georgia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Ronny has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ronny (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 51 |
| 1933 | 66 |
| 1934 | 64 |
| 1935 | 88 |
| 1936 | 91 |
| 1937 | 139 |
| 1938 | 139 |
| 1939 | 157 |
| 1940 | 147 |
| 1941 | 195 |
| 1942 | 247 |
| 1943 | 358 |
| 1944 | 277 |
| 1945 | 265 |
| 1946 | 350 |
| 1947 | 430 |
| 1948 | 382 |
| 1949 | 341 |
| 1950 | 291 |
| 1951 | 233 |
| 1952 | 267 |
| 1953 | 321 |
| 1954 | 315 |
| 1955 | 328 |
| 1956 | 360 |
| 1957 | 358 |
| 1958 | 395 |
| 1959 | 370 |
| 1960 | 329 |
| 1961 | 328 |
| 1962 | 322 |
| 1963 | 258 |
| 1964 | 295 |
| 1965 | 244 |
| 1966 | 231 |
| 1967 | 196 |
| 1968 | 207 |
| 1969 | 172 |
| 1970 | 161 |
| 1971 | 156 |
| 1972 | 156 |
| 1973 | 138 |
| 1974 | 122 |
| 1975 | 129 |
| 1976 | 107 |
| 1977 | 139 |
| 1978 | 123 |
| 1979 | 103 |
| 1980 | 104 |
| 1981 | 95 |
| 1982 | 107 |
| 1983 | 101 |
| 1984 | 95 |
| 1985 | 101 |
| 1986 | 88 |
| 1987 | 107 |
| 1988 | 102 |
| 1989 | 95 |
| 1990 | 116 |
| 1991 | 94 |
| 1992 | 106 |
| 1993 | 87 |
| 1994 | 74 |
| 1995 | 72 |
| 1996 | 102 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 71 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 85 |
| 2001 | 82 |
| 2002 | 65 |
| 2003 | 67 |
| 2004 | 89 |
| 2005 | 85 |
| 2006 | 92 |
| 2007 | 82 |
| 2008 | 96 |
| 2009 | 73 |
| 2010 | 76 |
| 2011 | 68 |
| 2012 | 103 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 77 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 58 |
| 2017 | 48 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 49 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 53 |