Ronil
A masculine Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "gem-like".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Ronil. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ronil today is around 14 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ronil births was 2017 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ronil. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ronil. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2017
6 babies that year
Average age
14
years old
2017 SSA rank
#11,928
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Ronil: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ronil from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ronil by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ronil during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ronil
The name Ronil is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which has its roots in ancient India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "ronil," which means "ornament" or "jewel." This suggests that the name may have been given to individuals who were considered valuable or precious.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Ronil can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, such as the Vedas and the Puranas. In these texts, the name is often associated with characters who were revered for their wisdom, courage, or spiritual enlightenment.
One of the earliest known references to the name Ronil can be found in the Mahabharata, one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India. In this epic, Ronil is mentioned as the name of a character who played a significant role in the story's events.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Ronil. One of the earliest recorded examples is Ronil Bhatta, a renowned Indian Sanskrit scholar and philosopher who lived during the 7th century CE. He is known for his contributions to the field of grammar and his commentaries on various Sanskrit texts.
Another notable figure with the name Ronil is Ronil Singh, a Rajput warrior and ruler who lived in the 16th century. He is remembered for his bravery and military prowess, as he led his armies in battles against the Mughal Empire during the reign of Akbar.
In more recent times, Ronil Bardhan was an Indian politician and member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist). He served as a member of the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian parliament, and was known for his advocacy of workers' rights and social justice.
Ronil Mitra is a contemporary Indian author and journalist who has written several books on topics ranging from politics to popular culture. His works have garnered critical acclaim and have contributed to the literary landscape of modern India.
Ronil Shome is an Indian actor and director who has made a name for himself in both the Indian film industry and international cinema. He is known for his versatile performances and his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters.
While the name Ronil may not be as common as some other names, it has a rich historical significance and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, warriors, politicians, authors, and artists.
People
Ronil + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ronil as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ronil: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ronil?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ronil going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Ronil a common name?
We classify Ronil as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ronil most popular?
The single biggest year for Ronil was 2017, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ronil is about 14 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ronil in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ronil a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ronil in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ronil still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ronil in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ronil can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Ronil?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.