Prue

Q: Is Prue a boy or girl name?

Prue is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name it ranks #10766, and as a boy name it ranks #20550.

Q: How popular is the name Prue?

Prue is ranked #10766 in popularity for girl names.

Pronunciation: [ pr-OO ]

Girl Name #10,766 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Prue is a girl name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced pr-OO.

Parents who love the name Prue often also consider Priscilla, Prudence, Preston .

Popularity Over Time

#10,766

Current Rank

New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #10,766
Total SSA Count: 10

Alternative Spellings

Prudence #2580

Middle Name Ideas

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Prue Hannah

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Prue Ava

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Prue Rose

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Prue Charlotte

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Prue Leah

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Prue June

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Prue Reese

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Prue Ruth

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Prue Chloe

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Prue Maya

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Also a Boy Name

Prue is also used as a boy name, ranked #20550.

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Similar Names

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prue

Is Prue a boy or girl name?

Prue is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #10766. As a boy name, it is ranked #20550. Prue is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Prue?

Prue is pronounced pr-OO.

How popular is the name Prue?

Prue is currently ranked #10766 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Is Prue a common or rare name?

Prue is an uncommon name, ranked #10766 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Prue

Prue is a girl name .

Is Prue a boy or girl name? Prue is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #10,766 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,550. Prue is more commonly used as a girl name.

Prue is currently ranked #10,766 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Prue include Prudence . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.