Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Ronan.
National Rank (2025)
#247
All-Time Peak Rank
#247 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
20,679
Unisex Distribution98.8% Boy / 1.2% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Ronan Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Ronan
According to SSA data, Ronan achieved its highest historical rank of #247 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 1,406 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 36.6%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 46 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Ronan scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+36.6% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,406Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
46Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:10
1960s:47
1970s:32
1980s:84
1990s:322
2000s:3,343
2010s:9,092
2020s:7,749
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesRo-nan
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with R, a letter used by only 4.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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