Ruairi
boy name#5399 in 2025Ruairi entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #4698 in 2020, ranks #5399 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
#5399
rank today
#4698
peak (2020)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6426 |
| 1990s | #7729 |
| 2000s | #8215 |
| 2010s | #8515 |
| 2020s | #5679 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Ruairi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ruairi is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ruairi in 2025?
- Ruairi ranks #5399 among US boy names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ruairi most popular?
- Ruairi peaked in 2020, reaching #4698 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ruairi with classmates?
- Ruairi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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