UK boy's name
Ronen
A masculine Hebrew name derived from the word for "joy" or "rejoicing".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ronen is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Ronen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2023 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Ronen. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ronen ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 4 boys were registered as Ronen.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ronen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2023
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Ronen mean?
The name Ronen has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It emerged during the biblical period, deriving from the Hebrew word "רנן" (ranen), which means "to sing joyfully" or "to shout for joy."
Ronen is a masculine name that reflects the idea of rejoicing and celebrating. It was likely used in ancient Israel as a name expressing joy and gratitude, perhaps given to children born after a period of hardship or struggle.
In the Hebrew Bible, the concept of singing joyfully is mentioned numerous times, particularly in the Book of Psalms. While the name Ronen itself may not have been directly referenced, its underlying meaning resonates with the celebratory themes found in these religious texts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ronen can be found in the 12th century. Ronen ben Yitzhak, a Jewish philosopher and poet from Spain, lived during this period and authored works on Jewish law and philosophy.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ronen. In the 20th century, Ronen Bergman (born 1972) is an Israeli investigative journalist and author known for his work on military and intelligence affairs.
Another prominent figure is Ronen Shtor (1938-2020), an Israeli painter and sculptor who was awarded the prestigious Israel Prize for his contributions to the arts in 2009.
In the realm of sports, Ronen Yehudar (born 1977) is an Israeli basketball player who represented the national team and played professionally in various leagues.
Ronen Klier (born 1982) is an Israeli academic and historian who specializes in the study of modern Jewish history and culture.
Additionally, Ronen Arusi (born 1979) is an Israeli singer and songwriter who has achieved success in the Israeli music industry, known for his blend of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences.
These are just a few examples of the diverse individuals who have carried the name Ronen throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage associated with this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ronen over time
The chart below shows babies named Ronen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2023 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ronen, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ronen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ronen was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4613 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Ronen
- Ryan 68,692
- Riley 37,992
- Robert 27,462
- Reuben 25,122
- Rhys 24,418
- Reece 24,329
- Rory 21,870
- Roman 16,609
- Ronnie 16,445
- Reggie 14,684
- Rowan 14,371
- Ralph 8,892
FAQ
Ronen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ronen in the UK right now?
In 2024, Ronen was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Ronen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 4 babies registered as Ronen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ronen?
A masculine Hebrew name derived from the word for "joy" or "rejoicing".
How many people are called Ronen in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Ronen across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.