Rush vs Smith

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,580
Total SSA Count
109
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Smithy

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Popularity Comparison

Rush Rank #1,496
Smith Rank #1,580

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 vs #1580 for Smith.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Smith ___

  • Smith James
  • Smith Cole
  • Smith Lee
  • Smith Reid
  • Smith Grant
  • Smith Blake

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

If you choose Smith

Hunter Fletcher Cooper Tanner Parker

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rush or Smith more popular?

Rush is more popular, ranked #1496 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Rush and Smith mean?

Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin). Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin).

Are Rush and Smith boy or girl names?

Rush is primarily a boy name. Smith is primarily a boy name.

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