Ronan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Little seal, a name of Irish coastal charm and ancient legend.
Ronan as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #230
- Peak
- #250 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ronan Means
Ronan is a boy name of Irish origin. Little seal, a name of Irish coastal charm and ancient legend.
How Popular Ronan Is
Ronan currently ranks #230 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #250 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Ronan
- Twelve Irish saints bore the name Ronan.
- Saoirse Ronan, the actress, brought the surname into the spotlight.
- The name means little seal in Irish Gaelic.
Ronan as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- Irish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #269
- Peak
- #268 in 2019
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ronan Means
Ronan is a unisex name of Irish origin. A little seal, playful and beloved by the sea.
How Popular Ronan Is
Ronan currently ranks #269 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #268 in 2019. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Ronan
- Ronan peaked at #268 in the U.S. in 2019.
- Ronan is a name with Celtic Irish roots.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Ronan
Other Irish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ronan
Irish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ronan.
Questions About Ronan
What does Ronan mean?
Ronan is a boy name of Irish origin. Little seal, a name of Irish coastal charm and ancient legend.
How popular is Ronan?
Ronan currently ranks #230 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #250 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Ronan come from?
Ronan comes from Irish roots. Twelve Irish saints bore the name Ronan.
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