Rufino
Rufino is a boy baby name. Ranked #9,878 in the US, popular nicknames include Ruf, Ruy, and Rufie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Rufino first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,192 babies have been named Rufino in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rufino is past its peak , currently ranked #9,878 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #9,878
- Total SSA Count
- 9
Nicknames
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About the Name Rufino
Rufino is a boy name .
Rufino is currently ranked #9,878 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rufino include Ruf, Ruy, Rufie, and Rufiie. 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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