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Davis vs Ronin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ronin

Boy #494 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"masterless samurai"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#494
Total SSA Count
623
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Davis Rank #646
Ronin Rank #494

Ronin is more popular, ranked #494 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Ronin more popular?

Ronin is more popular, ranked #494 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Davis and Ronin mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Ronin means "masterless samurai" (Japanese origin).

Are Davis and Ronin boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Ronin is primarily a boy name.

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