Ron

Ron is primarily a short form of Ronald, the English form of the Old Norse name Rögnvaldr, composed of the elements regin, meaning counsel or decision, and valdr, meaning ruler. It has also functioned independently as a given name throughout the twentieth century, particularly in English-speaking countries. In Hebrew, Ron is a distinct name derived from the root meaning song or joy, used in modern Israel. Related forms include Ronald, Ronnie, and the Hebrew variant Roni.