Ronalda

Ronalda is the feminine form of the name Ronald. The name Ronald itself is derived from the Old Norse name Rognvaldr, which is composed of the elements 'regin' meaning 'counsel' and 'valdr' meaning 'power, ruler'. The name was brought to Scotland and Ireland by Norse invaders and settlers. While Ronald has a long history, its feminine counterpart Ronalda is a much more modern creation, likely formed by adding the feminine suffix '-a' to Ronald.

The use of Ronalda as a given name is relatively uncommon compared to its masculine counterpart. It emerged as a way to honor a male Ronald in a female child, or simply as an appealing feminine sound derived from a familiar male name. Its usage is primarily in English-speaking countries, particularly where Ronald is popular.