Roney

Hebrew

"my song or my joy"

Roney Origin and Meaning

The name Roney is a boy's name.

Roney is a masculine name with several possible origins. It may be derived from the Irish surname Rooney, which comes from Ó Ruanaidh meaning 'descendant of Ruanadh' (a personal name meaning 'red-haired'). Alternatively, it could be a variation of Ronny or Ronnie, diminutive forms of Ronald, which has Norse origins meaning 'ruler's counselor'. As a given name, Roney is uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality. The name has a friendly, approachable sound while still being substantial enough for an adult. Its rarity makes it appealing to parents seeking something with familiar phonetics but that stands apart from more common names.