Name comparison · boy names
Ronald vs. Ronan
In 2025, Ronan leads at #247 among U.S. boys' names, with Ronald at #637. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Ronald | Ronan |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Stable |
| 2025 rank | #637 | #247 |
| Babies in 2025 | 438 | 1,406 |
| All-time peak | #9 in 1941 | #247 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 45 / 100 | 31 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Idaho (#377) | Vermont (#80) |