Ronin
Ronin: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ronin
- A male given name originating as a coinage.
Etymology
From modern films and comics, perhaps literally "a ronin". Compare also Ronan.
How popular is Ronin?
Since 1880, 222 girls and 10,272 boys in the U.S. have been named Ronin (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5459 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #390 in 2020. In 2025 it ranked #504 for boys, with 617 babies given the name.
Names similar to Ronin
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Ronin
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Ronin FAQ
What does the name Ronin mean?
A male given name originating as a coinage. From modern films and comics, perhaps literally "a ronin". Compare also Ronan.
How popular is the name Ronin?
Since 1880, 222 girls and 10,272 boys in the U.S. have been named Ronin (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5459 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #390 in 2020. In 2025 it ranked #504 for boys, with 617 babies given the name.
Is Ronin a boy or girl name?
Ronin is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 222 girls and 10,272 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.