Ron Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAHN / /rɒn/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'song'; English: diminutive of Ronald
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ron is often considered a diminutive of Ronald, which has Scottish origins. Ronald itself derives from the Old Norse name Rǫgnvaldr, meaning 'ruler's advisor'. In Hebrew, Ron means 'song' or 'joy', reflecting a positive connotation. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Ron has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ronnie
- Ronald
International Variants
- Rón (Irish)
- Ronny (Swedish)
- Roni (Hebrew)
Famous people named Ron
Ron Howard is an American filmmaker and actor known for directing films such as 'A Beautiful Mind' and 'Apollo 13'.
Ron Weasley is a fictional character from the 'Harry Potter' series, known as one of Harry's best friends.
Ron Perlman is an American actor known for his roles in 'Hellboy' and 'Beauty and the Beast'.
Fictional characters named Ron
Ron Swanson is a character from the television series 'Parks and Recreation', known for his libertarian views and love of meat.
Ron Stoppable is a character from the animated series 'Kim Possible', serving as the sidekick to the titular character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ron was first seen in the United States in 1919. Ron has ranked as high as #361 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Ron has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ron (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 25 |
| 1933 | 38 |
| 1934 | 65 |
| 1935 | 83 |
| 1936 | 93 |
| 1937 | 137 |
| 1938 | 143 |
| 1939 | 198 |
| 1940 | 214 |
| 1941 | 293 |
| 1942 | 425 |
| 1943 | 522 |
| 1944 | 523 |
| 1945 | 545 |
| 1946 | 829 |
| 1947 | 922 |
| 1948 | 770 |
| 1949 | 526 |
| 1950 | 349 |
| 1951 | 287 |
| 1952 | 277 |
| 1953 | 349 |
| 1954 | 405 |
| 1955 | 501 |
| 1956 | 763 |
| 1957 | 1,281 |
| 1958 | 1,698 |
| 1959 | 1,875 |
| 1960 | 1,888 |
| 1961 | 1,841 |
| 1962 | 1,709 |
| 1963 | 1,593 |
| 1964 | 1,334 |
| 1965 | 1,143 |
| 1966 | 940 |
| 1967 | 841 |
| 1968 | 819 |
| 1969 | 1,003 |
| 1970 | 785 |
| 1971 | 666 |
| 1972 | 499 |
| 1973 | 410 |
| 1974 | 377 |
| 1975 | 320 |
| 1976 | 346 |
| 1977 | 309 |
| 1978 | 270 |
| 1979 | 281 |
| 1980 | 295 |
| 1981 | 242 |
| 1982 | 241 |
| 1983 | 180 |
| 1984 | 179 |
| 1985 | 178 |
| 1986 | 186 |
| 1987 | 168 |
| 1988 | 148 |
| 1989 | 185 |
| 1990 | 191 |
| 1991 | 155 |
| 1992 | 137 |
| 1993 | 141 |
| 1994 | 119 |
| 1995 | 127 |
| 1996 | 123 |
| 1997 | 117 |
| 1998 | 103 |
| 1999 | 106 |
| 2000 | 95 |
| 2001 | 88 |
| 2002 | 79 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2004 | 74 |
| 2005 | 84 |
| 2006 | 92 |
| 2007 | 69 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 63 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 53 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 32 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 33 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 31 |