Rudi
boy name#8910 in 2025Rudi entered the US charts in 1931, peaked at #1910 in 1960, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1931–2025
#8910
rank today
#1910
peak (1960)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3284 |
| 1940s | #2922 |
| 1950s | #3124 |
| 1960s | #2469 |
| 1970s | #3477 |
| 1980s | #3702 |
| 1990s | #5104 |
| 2000s | #8044 |
| 2010s | #9660 |
| 2020s | #9512 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Rudi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rudi alive today was born around 1983, making them about 42 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rudi in 2025?
- Rudi ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rudi most popular?
- Rudi peaked in 1960, reaching #1910 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rudi with classmates?
- Rudi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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