Ruth is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #14210 in 2008 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 5 births ranking #14210. In 2008, approximately 1 in every 407,989 boys born was named Ruth. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Ruth is a sturdy biblical classic usually understood to mean 'friend' or 'companion'. It feels plainspoken, loyal, and deeply rooted.
The name comes from the Hebrew Bible and has remained in use for centuries across Jewish and Christian traditions. Its strength lies in its simplicity and moral clarity.