Ruston Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ruston is an Old French-derived name meaning 'rural' or 'rustic'. It evolved from Latin through Old French into Modern English. The name reflects traits of nature and rural life. It does not have biblical relevance but gained popularity in the 19th century. Today, it is viewed as a unique name linked to nature.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ruston"
Pronunciation
/ˈrʌstən/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Ruston is derived from the Old French word 'rustique', which means 'rustic' or 'of the country'. It may also be linked to the Old English 'rust', meaning 'to rust', indicating a connection to nature or rural life.
Meaning
rural, rustic
Language Evolution
Rusticus (Latin), Rustique (Old French), Ruston (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a surname and subsequently as a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Rust, Rusty
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ruston is perceived as a unique and somewhat vintage name, associated with a strong connection to nature and rural living.
Famous People
Ruston Kelly, an American singer-songwriter, Ruston, Louisiana, named after a local railroad executive
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ruston"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ruston"
"Ruston" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4003rd of 7552 | 70 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3550th of 10718 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4069th of 16616 | 197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6674th of 24088 | 170 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3812th of 23106 | 338 |
Regional Popularity of "Ruston" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
45.40% 2358th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
54.75% 4004th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
35.80% 2442nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Ruston" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ruston"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ruston" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ruston" in the United States
The name Ruston is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ruston has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Ruston' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4003rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3550th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4069th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6674th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3812th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ruston' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.