Rudd
boy nameRudd entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #3886 in 1955, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#3886
peak (1955)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4322 |
| 1950s | #3886 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Rudd are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Rudd alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rudd in 2025?
- Rudd is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rudd most popular?
- Rudd peaked in 1955, reaching #3886 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rudd with classmates?
- Rudd will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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