Ronald is a masculine given name. The pronunciation of the name is [ ron-ld ]. Ronald is a name of Scottish origin, derived from the Old Norse name Rögnvaldr, which means "ruler's advisor" or "mighty counselor." The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and has been popularized by various historical figures, including kings, saints, and famous athletes. This name was ranked #563 on the US Popular Names in 2021. Other common forms are Ron, Ronny and Ronnie. view more...