How popular is the name Ruth in 2025?

Ruth is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Ruth most popular?

Ruth peaked in 1897, reaching #422 among US boy names.

Ruth will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Ruth entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #422 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#422

peak (1897)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 700 people named Ruth are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ruth alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ruth in 2025?: Ruth is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ruth most popular?: Ruth peaked in 1897, reaching #422 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ruth with classmates?: Ruth will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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