Ruta
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Friend
- Origin
- Hebrew
Ruta Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 322 baby girls have been named Ruta. The name peaked in 1964 with 28 US births that year (rank #2337). In 2024, ranked #13165 nationally — 10,828 places below its 1964 peak.
Top States for Ruta
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Ruta births are: Illinois (24).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Ruta
If you like Ruta's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
4-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Ruta's exact length and starting letter: Raad, Rabi, Radi, Radu, Raed.
Quick Facts About Ruta
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Compare Ruta to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Ruta against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).