Ronald
[ˈrɒn.əld]Meaning
Scottish form of the Old Norse Rǫgnvaldr, from rǫgn (advice) and valdr (ruler)
Background Story
Ronald is the Scottish form of the Old Norse name Rǫgnvaldr, which was introduced to Britain by Scandinavian settlers and is composed of the elements rǫgn, meaning advice or decision, and valdr, meaning ruler. It is also an Anglicised form of the Gaelic Raghnall, a name likewise derived from Rǫgnvaldr, and in some cases may come from the Old English Regenweald. Originally used in England and Scotland, it became popular outside Scotland during the 20th century. Short forms include Ron, pet forms include Roni and Ronnie, and Ronalda and Rhonda are feminine forms.
Temperament
Variations
Ron, Ronnie
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