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Rufus vs Tremaine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rufus

Boy #4,188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red-haired, auburn-haired"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Ancient Roman European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,188
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rufus Rank #4,188
Tremaine Rank #4,103

Tremaine is more popular, ranked #4103 vs #4188 for Rufus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rufus or Tremaine more popular?

Tremaine is more popular, ranked #4103 compared to Rufus at #4188 in the United States.

What do Rufus and Tremaine mean?

Rufus means "red-haired, auburn-haired" (Latin origin). Tremaine means "homestead on the rock" (Cornish origin).

Are Rufus and Tremaine boy or girl names?

Rufus is primarily a boy name. Tremaine is primarily a boy name.

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