The honour, voted for by professional footballers from all over the world, was widely expected after Ronaldo scored 42 goals for United last season.
Ronaldo was also named in the FifPro team of the year, alongside his United team-mate Rio Ferdinand.
“To be recognised by my fellow players is amazing,” said the 23-year-old.
“I would like to thank my team-mates and coaches and everyone involved at United and the national team, as well as my family and friends for their support.”
Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres and Chelsea and England captain John Terry also made the team, along with AC Milan midfielder Kaka and Barcelona star Lionel Messi.
Ronaldo, who was the driving force behind United’s Premier League and Champions League double last season, is also a strong contender to win the Fifa World Player of the Year award and the Ballon d’Or.
The original 55-man shortlist included Terry, Frank Lampard, Ashley Cole, Wayne Rooney and Cesc Fabregas.
FifPro is the worldwide representative organisation for professional football players, with more than 57,500 members.
FifPro World XI:
Goalkeeper: Iker Casillas (Spain/Real Madrid)
Defenders: Sergio Ramos (Spain/Real Madrid); John Terry (England/Chelsea); Carles Puyol (Spain/ Barcelona); Rio Ferdinand (England/Manchester United)
Midfielders: Steven Gerrard (England/Liverpool); Xavi (Spain/Barcelona); Kaka (Brazil/AC Milan).
Forwards: Lionel Messi (Argentina/Barcelona); Fernando Torres (Spain/Liverpool); Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal/Manchester United)
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