Ron
ron
US Popularity:7119
Origin:Scottish
Meaning:Sovereign's advice; Song of joy; Sacred name
There have been plenty of famous Rons throughout history, cinema, and literature. But whatever trials it goes through, this Scottish boy's name stands the test of time. Meaning "sovereign’s advice,” “song of joy,” and “sacred name,” from Greek, Old Norse, and Hebrew roots, Ron is a name meant to live on. One of the less unusual names from the Harry Potter universe, Ron still holds a certain amount of magic. Ron is usually used as a nickname for Ronald, which comes from the Old Norse name Ragnvaldr.
How Popular Is The Name Ron?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ron is currently #2689 on The Bump
Boy:Ron is currently #1516 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ron is currently #7119 in U.S. births
Boy:Ron is currently #3314 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#3314
in 2023
+ 206
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Ron (1), January 2019
Behind the Name, Ragnvaldr, June 2023
Name Doctor, Ron
Behind the Name, Ron (2), May 2020
Name Doctor, Ron (1)
WordSense Dictionary, Ron
WordSense Dictionary, Ronald
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