God's joyful song or daughter of a robber
In a Scandinavian context, the name was famously invented by author Astrid Lindgren for her book 'Ronja the Robber's Daughter'. It is also considered a diminutive of the Hebrew name Veronica or Roxana in some cultures, often associated with joy.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Ronja in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The title character and protagonist of the classic children's fantasy novel · Ronja the Robber's Daughter
Finnish ice hockey player and Olympic medalist
Austrian actress known for the series Der Bergdoktor
