Ruger
boy name#1547 in 2025Ruger entered the US charts in 1993, peaked at #1141 in 2017, ranks #1547 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1993–2025
#1547
rank today
#1141
peak (2017)
111
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #5712 |
| 2000s | #3461 |
| 2010s | #1390 |
| 2020s | #1589 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ruger has been most popular in TX, OK, MO.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Ruger are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ruger is a kid of about 9 — 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 Ruger in 2025?
- Ruger ranks #1547 among US boy names in 2025, with 111 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ruger most popular?
- Ruger peaked in 2017, reaching #1141 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ruger with classmates?
- Ruger will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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