Ronnie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationRON-ee / /ˈrɒni/English; diminutive of Ronald
Meaning
English: Ruler's counselor; Gaelic: Mighty counselor
Historical & Cultural Background
Ronnie is often used as a diminutive form of the name Ronald, which has Scottish origins. The name Ronald became popular in the English-speaking world in the 20th century. Ronnie has been used as a standalone name, particularly in the United States, since the mid-20th century.
Trend Summary
Ronnie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ron
- Ronny
International Variants
- Ronnie (English)
- Roni (Hebrew)
Famous people named Ronnie
Ronnie Wood is a musician known for being a member of the Rolling Stones.
Ronnie Lott is a former professional American football player recognized for his defensive skills.
Ronnie Corbett was a Scottish comedian and actor famous for his work on British television.
Ronnie O'Sullivan is a professional snooker player known for his multiple world championships.
Fictional characters named Ronnie
Ronnie Miller is a character from the television series 'The O.C.' known for her complex relationships.
Ronnie the Rhino is a character in the children's book series 'The Adventures of Ronnie the Rhino'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ronnie was first seen in the United States in 1903. Ronnie has ranked as high as #113 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Ronnie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ronnie (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 24 | |
CA | 21 | |
FL | 12 | |
MO | 11 | |
OH | 10 | |
LA | 9 | |
PA | 9 | |
GA | 9 | |
IN | 9 | |
TN | 8 | |
AZ | 8 | |
NC | 8 | |
VA | 7 | |
NY | 7 | |
MI | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1903 | 5 |
1908 | 5 |
1911 | 10 |
1912 | 8 |
1913 | 6 |
1914 | 13 |
1915 | 10 |
1916 | 10 |
1917 | 16 |
1918 | 10 |
1919 | 17 |
1920 | 22 |
1921 | 11 |
1922 | 24 |
1923 | 21 |
1924 | 23 |
1925 | 18 |
1926 | 27 |
1927 | 39 |
1928 | 64 |
1929 | 101 |
1930 | 141 |
1931 | 192 |
1932 | 430 |
1933 | 514 |
1934 | 760 |
1935 | 863 |
1936 | 1,057 |
1937 | 1,285 |
1938 | 1,641 |
1939 | 1,826 |
1940 | 2,055 |
1941 | 2,848 |
1942 | 3,363 |
1943 | 3,826 |
1944 | 3,739 |
1945 | 3,651 |
1946 | 5,727 |
1947 | 6,109 |
1948 | 5,902 |
1949 | 5,237 |
1950 | 4,616 |
1951 | 4,531 |
1952 | 4,636 |
1953 | 4,969 |
1954 | 4,977 |
1955 | 4,969 |
1956 | 5,492 |
1957 | 5,777 |
1958 | 5,859 |
1959 | 5,474 |
1960 | 4,871 |
1961 | 4,620 |
1962 | 4,115 |
1963 | 3,819 |
1964 | 3,517 |
1965 | 3,146 |
1966 | 2,907 |
1967 | 2,707 |
1968 | 2,602 |
1969 | 2,413 |
1970 | 2,516 |
1971 | 2,301 |
1972 | 2,003 |
1973 | 1,895 |
1974 | 1,788 |
1975 | 1,631 |
1976 | 1,596 |
1977 | 1,546 |
1978 | 1,475 |
1979 | 1,520 |
1980 | 1,411 |
1981 | 1,370 |
1982 | 1,272 |
1983 | 1,191 |
1984 | 1,104 |
1985 | 1,127 |
1986 | 1,065 |
1987 | 1,039 |
1988 | 1,014 |
1989 | 973 |
1990 | 1,026 |
1991 | 909 |
1992 | 861 |
1993 | 758 |
1994 | 667 |
1995 | 668 |
1996 | 601 |
1997 | 549 |
1998 | 524 |
1999 | 486 |
2000 | 488 |
2001 | 460 |
2002 | 401 |
2003 | 419 |
2004 | 438 |
2005 | 412 |
2006 | 443 |
2007 | 383 |
2008 | 402 |
2009 | 368 |
2010 | 356 |
2011 | 321 |
2012 | 331 |
2013 | 314 |
2014 | 314 |
2015 | 308 |
2016 | 259 |
2017 | 241 |
2018 | 249 |
2019 | 243 |
2020 | 188 |
2021 | 222 |
2022 | 211 |
2023 | 192 |
2024 | 226 |