Ruth is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #187 in 2021 with 1,578 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,781 births ranking #173. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 96.8%. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 1,039 girls born was named Ruth. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.