Rus
Pronunciation: [ r-UHS ]
Rus is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,954 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 11 babies have been named Rus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rus is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,954 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,954
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Rus is also used as a girl name, ranked #9163.
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About the Name Rus
Rus is a boy name .
Is Rus a boy or girl name? Rus is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,954 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,163. Rus is more commonly used as a girl name.
Rus is currently ranked #18,954 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Rus include Russell, Rush, Rustyn, Rustin, Ruston . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis