Ruddy
Pronunciation: [ r-UHD-ee ]
Ruddy is a girl baby name. Ranked #54,684 in the US, popular nicknames include Rud, Ruy, and Rudie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Ruddy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 5 babies have been named Ruddy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ruddy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #54,684 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #54,684
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Ruddy is also used as a boy name, ranked #17448.
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About the Name Ruddy
Ruddy is a girl name .
Is Ruddy a boy or girl name? Ruddy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #54,684 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #17,448. Ruddy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ruddy is currently ranked #54,684 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ruddy include Rud, Ruy, and Rudie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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