Ronin Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In Japan, Ronin or master-less samurai were considered to be outcast in society. These warriors had to band together to survive.

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A Deep Dive

Ronin Overview

Meaning

Masterless samurai, wave man, floating man, seal

Gender

Boy

Origin

Japanese, Irish

Etymology

Derived from Japanese, “Ronin” means “masterless samurai” or “wave man,” highlighting a samurai without a lord, drifting like a wave​.

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈroʊnɪn/

Popularity

Ronin is gaining traction globally, especially in English-speaking countries and Japan. In the USA, the name Ronin ranked in the 474th place for boys in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

7 (Analytical, Studious, Knowledgeable)

Name Styles

Exotic, Cool, Unique

Associated Traits

Brave, independent, resilient, adaptable

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Ronin are central figures in Japanese history and culture, embodying themes of honor and redemption.

Name Day

October 29th, May 12th (Japan)​
A Deep Dive

Ronin Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Ronen, Ronan, Rónán, Rohnan, Ronyn, Rónin, Ronaan, Rownin, Rownen

Common Nicknames

Ron, Roni, Rony, Ro, Ronnie, Ronny, Ronno, Roon, Rono, Rin

Diminutives

Roni, Ronny, Ron, Rone, Ronie, Ronanito, Roniku, Ronn, Roniu, Roninito

Famous People

  • Ronin Farrow
    (American Journalist)
  • Ronin Keating
    (Irish Musician)
  • Ronin Rafferty
    (Irish Golfer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Ronin"
    (Film)
  • Ronin
    ("Mortal Kombat," Video Game)
  • Ronin
    ("Guardians of the Galaxy," Film)
  • Ronin ("Avengers: Endgame"

What Is the Meaning of Ronin?

Ronin means “masterless samurai,” “floating man,” “seal,” or “wave man,” indicating a samurai without a lord.

What Is the Origin of The Name Ronin?

The name Ronin has Japanese origins, where it originally referred to a samurai without a master. Additionally, it has roots in Irish culture.

Ronin Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Ronin in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#4382021#4212022#4742023
Top 3 Rankings#3902020#4212022#4382021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Ronin

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023474
(-53 from 2022)
638
(-120 from 2022)
0.03484
2022421
(+17 from 2021)
758
(+48 from 2021)
0.04047
2021438
(-48 from 2020)
710
(-80 from 2020)
0.03789
2020390
(+71 from 2019)
790
(+141 from 2019)
0.04271
2019461
(-6 from 2018)
649
(-7 from 2018)
0.03377
2018455
(+60 from 2017)
656
(+94 from 2017)
0.03375
2017515
(-7 from 2016)
562
(-28 from 2016)
0.02840
2016508
(-22 from 2015)
590
(-16 from 2015)
0.02913
2015486
(+69 from 2014)
606
(+109 from 2014)
0.02964
2014555
(+215 from 2013)
497
(+206 from 2013)
0.02425
2013770
(-4 from 2012)
291
(-7 from 2012)
0.01440
2012766
(+36 from 2011)
298
(+24 from 2011)
0.01469
2011802
(+49 from 2010)
274
(+25 from 2010)
0.01349
2010851
(-39 from 2009)
249
(-24 from 2009)
0.01212
2009812
(-13 from 2008)
273
(-1 from 2008)
0.01287
2008799
(+182 from 2007)
274
(+74 from 2007)
0.01257
2007981
(+21 from 2006)
200
(+17 from 2006)
0.00903
20061002
(+313 from 2005)
183
(+68 from 2005)
0.00835
20051315
(+44 from 2004)
115
(+8 from 2004)
0.00541
20041359
(+328 from 2003)
107
(+34 from 2003)
0.00506
20031687
(+201 from 2002)
73
(+14 from 2002)
0.00347
20021888
(+72 from 2001)
59
(+4 from 2001)
0.00285
20011960
(-178 from 2000)
55
(-6 from 2000)
0.00266
20001782
(-140 from 1999)
61
(-4 from 1999)
0.00292
19991642
(+4198 from 1998)
65
(+55 from 1998)
0.00319
19985840
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19970
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American States Popularity Rankings for Ronin

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#4642021#4392022#4272023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#5622021#6232022#5022023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#6052021#3912022#5072023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2692021#2662022#3502023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5762021#5882022#7852023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3652021#3302022#4612023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#2182021#2802022#4482023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4002021#3522022#3802023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#4552021#5402022#4592023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#4772021#4452022#5802023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#3622021#4072022#4442023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#4142021#4222022#5662023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#5602021#4752022#5712023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2622021#2462022#3552023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3412021#2402022#3772023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3462021#3962022#3552023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#3112021#2802022#2692023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#4612021#4482022#4632023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#6302021#5472022#7542023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2932021#2872022#2332023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#4512021#3812022#7442023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#5832021#5032022#5952023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4202021#3792022#6112023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#4432020#6202021#4032022

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#3632021#3672022#3642023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#6342021#2562022#6432023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#5192021#6752022#6462023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2482021#4772022#4602023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3422021#5862022#6632023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4132021#5132022#3452023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6242021#7102022#6942023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#5412021#3882022#4242023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#3242020#4212021#2732022

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2362020#2362021#2822022

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#7422021#4732022#5492023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#3892020#3642021#3872023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4952019#4992022#3092023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1622018#2392019#1252021

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3302019#3222020#3912023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2612018#2282021#2592022

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3902018#3802021#3282022

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#5992020#3992022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2622013#2782018

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2322015

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2452016

Popularity Rankings for Ronin in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3412006#4032012#4152015

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4912011#3922022#4002023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#4002021#4862022#4222023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#4042017#4432020#4562021

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#5062004#6292007#7302011

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#9782019#9802021#6712022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Ronin a Name for Boys or Girls?

Traditionally, Ronin is a masculine name due to its samurai roots.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Ronin

Ronin in Famous People Names and Pop Culture

  • Ronin Farrow (Journalist, 1987): An investigative journalist and human rights lawyer who has written for various high-profile publications.
  • Ronin Keating (Musician, 1977): A successful singer known for hits like 'Life is a Rollercoaster.'
  • Ronin Rafferty (Golfer, 1964): A former professional golfer from Northern Ireland.
  • Ronin (1998 Film): A thriller about a team of ex-special operatives hired to steal a mysterious briefcase.
  • Ronin ("Mortal Kombat," Video Game Character): A character variation of Takeda who uses samurai-inspired fighting techniques.
  • Ronin ("Guardians of the Galaxy," 2014 Film): A powerful villain who seeks to destroy planets and gain ultimate power.
  • Ronin ("Avengers: Endgame," 2019 Film): The alter ego of Clint Barton/Hawkeye, who goes on a vigilante spree after losing his family.
  • None

Similar Names to Ronin

  • Samurai
  • Warrior
  • Knight
  • Sentry
  • Guardian
  • Fighter
  • Protector
  • Soldier
  • Paladin
  • Sentinel

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