Ronald
Ronald is an boy name of Old Norse, via Scottish origin, meaning “Ruler's counsel”.
| Meaning | Ruler's counsel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Old Norse, via Scottish |
| Pronunciation | RON-uld |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Scotland |
Meaning and origin of Ronald
Ronald is the Scottish form of the Old Norse Rögnvaldr, made from regin, 'counsel' or 'the gods', and valdr, 'ruler'. It came to Scotland with Norse settlers and was long a Highland name before spreading across the English-speaking world in the early twentieth century. Ronald Reagan, the fortieth US president, is the most famous bearer.
Is Ronald a religious name?
Ronald has no religious meaning; it is a secular name of Norse origin.
How popular is Ronald?
Very common among men born in the early to mid-twentieth century; uncommon for babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ronald mean?
Ronald means 'Ruler's counsel'. It is of Old Norse, via Scottish origin.
Does Ronald have a religious meaning?
Ronald has no religious meaning; it is a secular name of Norse origin.
How do you pronounce Ronald?
Ronald is pronounced RON-uld.
Is Ronald a boy or girl name?
Ronald is usually a boy name.