Girl Name
Ruth
"Friend or compassionate friend, representing loyalty and companionship."
Ranked #172 for girls
About the Name Ruth
Meaning
Friend or compassionate friend, representing loyalty and companionship.
Origin
HebrewGender
Girl
First Letter
RGirl Rank
#172
Ruth is a girl name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Friend or compassionate friend, representing loyalty and companionship." and Currently ranked #172 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with R or explore other Hebrew names.
Popularity Over Time
#62667 1950
#34326 1960
#13514 1970
#11314 1980
#8754 1990
#9185 2000
#10852 2010
#7939 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Ruth
- RB Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Supreme Court Justice)
- RH Ruth Handler (businesswoman)