Ruth
Ruth is a Hebrew name meaning 'companion' or 'friend,' originating from the Biblical Book of Ruth, where Ruth was known for her loyalty and devotion. The name has been cherished across cultures for its timeless simplicity and profound meaning.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,799. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 907
- 2012: 931
- 2013: 993
- 2014: 1,064
- 2015: 1,110
- 2016: 1,103
- 2017: 1,213
- 2018: 1,251
- 2019: 1,351
- 2020: 1,327
- 2021: 1,579
- 2022: 1,668
- 2023: 1,604
- 2024: 1,787
- 2025: 1,781
- 2026 (projected): 1,799
Good to Know
- •One-syllable and easy to spell
- •Strong biblical and historical significance
- •Rarely needs pronunciation correction
- •Works well across multiple languages and cultures
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Statistics
836,122
Total births since 1880
1920
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