Rufus vs Argus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rufus

Boy #4,188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red-haired, auburn-haired"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #14,142 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"all-seeing, vigilant"

Origin: Greek

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Rufus Rank #4,188

Argus Rank #14,142

Rufus is more popular, ranked #4188 vs #14142 for Argus.

Is Rufus or Argus more popular?

Rufus is more popular, ranked #4188 compared to Argus at #14142 in the United States.

What do Rufus and Argus mean?

Rufus means "red-haired, auburn-haired" (Latin origin). Argus means "all-seeing, vigilant" (Greek origin).

Are Rufus and Argus boy or girl names?

Rufus is primarily a boy name. Argus is primarily a boy name.