Find out how popular the first name Roronoa has been for the last 2 years (from 2022 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Roronoa by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Roronoa is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Roronoa.

The history of the first name Roronoa

The name Roronoa is of Japanese origin, believed to have roots in the ancient Heian period (794-1185 CE) of Japanese history. It is thought to be derived from the Japanese words "ro" meaning "wandering" and "noa" meaning "field" or "meadow". Together, the name may have originally referred to a nomadic or wandering person who traveled through fields and meadows.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Roronoa can be found in the Kokin Wakashū, an ancient anthology of Japanese waka poetry compiled in the early 10th century CE. In this text, a poet with the given name Roronoa is mentioned, though little is known about their life or works beyond this reference.

In the 12th century CE, a Buddhist monk named Roronoa Shunkan is noted for his calligraphic works and contributions to the spread of Zen Buddhism throughout Japan. He is believed to have been born in 1151 CE and died in 1224 CE.

During the Kamakura period (1185-1333 CE), there are records of a skilled swordsmith named Roronoa Munenaga who was renowned for crafting exceptional katanas and other blades. His birthdate is unknown, but he is believed to have lived and worked in the late 13th century CE.

In the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), a prominent samurai warrior named Roronoa Takanobu served under the Tokugawa shogunate and was known for his bravery and loyalty. He was born in 1612 CE and died in battle in 1673 CE.

Another notable figure with the name Roronoa was a renowned poet and scholar from the late 18th century CE named Roronoa Kinsaku. He was born in 1761 CE and was known for his contributions to the study and preservation of classical Japanese literature and poetry.

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