Ronna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ronna originates from Hebrew, meaning 'joy' or 'song'. It has evolved from the simpler form Ron and has various derivatives like Ronnie. The name is associated with positive traits and gained popularity in the mid-20th century. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Ronna is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ronna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ronna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1425th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 869th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1392nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5030th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15827th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Ronna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ronna"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ronna is derived from the Hebrew word 'ron', which means 'song' or 'joy'. It is often associated with a sense of happiness and celebration.
Meaning
joy, song
Language Evolution
Ron, Ronna, Ronnie
Historical Usage
Ronna gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the name Ron.
Variants & Derivatives
Ron, Ronnie, Roni
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ronna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with positivity and a cheerful disposition.
Famous People
Ronna McDaniel - American politician and chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, Ronna Romney McDaniel - American political figure
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ronna"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ronna"
"Ronna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1425th of 9204 | 534 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 869th of 12526 | 2,507 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1392nd of 19264 | 1,228 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5030th of 27321 | 275 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15827th of 35406 | 69 |
Regional Popularity of "Ronna" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ronna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
63.13% 976th/1546 |
61.31% 954th/1556 |
- |
61.34% 949th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.29% 719th/2227 |
29.38% 714th/2430 |
45.99% 1312th/2853 |
27.78% 771st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
40.62% 1193rd/2937 |
47.34% 1649th/3483 |
44.54% 1567th/3518 |
38.23% 1546th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ronna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ronna" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.