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Ruth

Boy NameHebrew
Meaning
Friend, companion
Origin
Hebrew
Peak Year
1915
Peak Popularity
2.14%

Popularity Over Time

1880
0.24%
1890
0.59%
1900
1.50%
1910
1.72%
1920
2.10%
1930
1.28%
1940
0.75%
1950
0.41%
1960
0.24%
1970
0.10%
1980
0.07%
1990
0.04%
2000
0.04%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ruth mean?
Ruth means "Friend, companion" and comes from Hebrew origin.
When was Ruth most popular?
Ruth was most popular in 1915 when 2.14% of babies were given this name.
Is Ruth a boy or girl name?
Ruth is primarily used as a boy name.