Ruthie
boy nameRuthie entered the US charts in 1929, peaked at #2905 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1929–2025
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rank today
#2905
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3247 |
| 1930s | #3232 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ruthie are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ruthie alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ruthie in 2025?
- Ruthie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ruthie most popular?
- Ruthie peaked in 1937, reaching #2905 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ruthie with classmates?
- Ruthie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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