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Ronal Boy

Popularity: #913 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationROH-nuhl / /ˈroʊ.nəl/

Hebrew; English

Meaning

Hebrew: 'God is my king'; English: diminutive form of Ronald

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Ronal has its roots in the Old Norse name Rǫgnvaldr, which is composed of the elements "regin," meaning "advice" or "counsel," and "valdr," meaning "ruler" or "power." This name evolved through various linguistic transformations, entering the English language via the Norman influence in the 11th century, where it was adapted as Ronald. The name was further popularized in Scotland, where it became associated with several notable figures, particularly during the medieval period.

Historically, the name Ronald gained prominence through its association with Scottish nobility. One of the earliest recorded uses of the name in Scotland dates back to the 12th century, when it was borne by members of the Clan Ronald, a branch of the MacDonald clan. Additionally, the name appears in various historical texts and genealogies, reflecting its significance in Scottish heritage. The name was also popularized in the 20th century through cultural references, including literature and film, although these developments occurred well after its initial introduction.

Culturally, the name Ronal and its variants have been associated with leadership and wisdom, reflecting the meanings of its etymological roots. The name has often been linked to figures of authority and guidance, reinforcing its traditional significance in various cultures. Diminutive forms such as Ron or Ronnie have also emerged, providing a more familiar or affectionate usage of the name. Overall, Ronal embodies a rich historical tapestry that connects linguistic evolution with cultural identity.

Trend Summary

Ronal has not been widely popular in the U.S. and remains relatively uncommon.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Ronald
  • Ronaldo

International Variants

  • Ronaldo (Spanish/Portuguese)
  • Ronald (English)

Famous people named Ronal

Fictional characters named Ronal

Ronal is a fictional character from the animated film Ronal the Barbarian. He is a cowardly young barbarian who embarks on a quest to save his kidnapped friends and prove his worth.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Ronal was first seen in the United States in 1918. Ronal has ranked as high as #806 nationally, which occurred in 1939, and has been most popular in California, Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Ronal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Ronal (2010)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19189
192111
19236
19256
192711
19288
19296
19309
193114
193211
193316
193414
193512
193612
193727
193840
193961
194033
194135
194228
194327
194425
194526
194629
194728
194830
194921
195024
195122
195215
195313
195419
195521
195612
195714
195817
195911
196014
196120
196216
196325
196411
196510
196617
196714
196814
196919
197019
197111
197218
19738
19748
19757
19767
197711
19787
19818
19826
19837
19846
19857
198617
19876
19885
19899
199011
199113
19928
199311
199412
199512
199612
199711
199818
199915
200021
20019
200221
200316
200423
200514
200621
200728
200819
200922
201022
20118
201210
201316
20147
20156
20167
201711
20187
20199
202011
202112
202211
202310
202411