Rron
A masculine Albanian name derived from the Greek name Aaron.
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Rron. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rron today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rron births was 2019 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rron. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Rron with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rron. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2019
6 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2019 SSA rank
#11,867
Tracked since 2018
Popularity
Rron: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Rron 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 Rron during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Rron
The given name Rron is thought to have originated from the Albanian language and culture. It is believed to be derived from the ancient Albanian word "rron," which means "to live" or "to exist." This name was particularly prevalent in the mountainous regions of northern Albania, where it was commonly given to newborn sons as a symbol of life and continuity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rron can be found in the epic poetry of the Albanians, known as the "Kângë Kreshnike." These ancient oral traditions, passed down through generations, often featured heroic characters bearing this name, celebrating their bravery and resilience in the face of adversity.
In the 15th century, a notable figure named Rron Alexio emerged as a prominent leader during the Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Empire. Born in 1450 in the city of Krujë, he played a crucial role in organizing local forces and rallying support for the cause of independence. His legacy as a fierce warrior and patriot has been immortalized in various historical accounts of the era.
Another significant bearer of the name Rron was Rron Pupakaj, a renowned 17th-century Albanian scholar and linguist. Born in 1638 in the town of Shkodër, he dedicated his life to preserving and promoting the Albanian language and culture. His works, including dictionaries and linguistic treatises, were instrumental in shaping the standardization of the Albanian language during a time of foreign occupation and cultural suppression.
In the 19th century, Rron Tromara, born in 1812 in the city of Korçë, gained recognition as a prominent educator and advocate for Albanian national awakening. He established numerous schools and educational institutions, fostering the spread of knowledge and national consciousness among the Albanian people. His efforts played a pivotal role in the cultural renaissance that paved the way for Albania's eventual independence.
Another notable figure bearing the name Rron was Rron Gjeka, a 20th-century Albanian writer and poet. Born in 1905 in the village of Vërdhovë, he is celebrated for his literary works that captured the essence of rural life and the struggles of the Albanian people. His poems and short stories have become an integral part of the country's literary canon, resonating with generations of readers and inspiring a sense of national pride.
People
Rron + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rron 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
Rron: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rron?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rron 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 Rron a common name?
We classify Rron 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 Rron most popular?
The single biggest year for Rron was 2019, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rron is about 7 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 Rron in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rron a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rron 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 Rron still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rron 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 Rron 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 have Rron as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Rron on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.