Ruthann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ruthann is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'friend' or 'companion' combined with 'grace'. It evolved from the biblical name Ruth and has gained popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century. The name is associated with positive traits like warmth and loyalty, and has biblical relevance through the figure of Ruth in the Old Testament.
The name Ruthann is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ruthann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ruthann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2311th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 634th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 877th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1776th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3360th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4733rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4952nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ruthann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ruthann"
Pronunciation
/ruːˈθæn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Ruthann is a combination of the Hebrew name 'Ruth', which means 'friend' or 'companion', and the suffix 'ann', derived from the Latin 'Anna', meaning 'grace'.
Meaning
friend, companion, grace
Language Evolution
Ruth, Ruthanna, Ruthann
Biblical Background
The name Ruth has significant biblical relevance, as Ruth is a prominent figure in the Old Testament, known for her loyalty and devotion.
Historical Usage
Ruthann gained popularity in the United States in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1940s and 1950s, as a combination of traditional and modern naming trends.
Variants & Derivatives
Ruth, Ruthanna, Ruthie
Modern Popularity & Image
Ruthann is viewed as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Ruthann Robson, an American author and professor, Ruthann Neely, an American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ruthann"
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 "Ruthann"
"Ruthann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2311th of 9107 | 259 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 634th of 9204 | 2,242 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 877th of 12526 | 2,476 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1776th of 19264 | 839 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3360th of 27321 | 483 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4733rd of 35406 | 449 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4952nd of 30306 | 323 |
Regional Popularity of "Ruthann" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ruthann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
76.62% 1085th/1416 |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
26.13% 404th/1546 |
25.39% 395th/1556 |
- |
81.06% 1254th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
27.57% 614th/2227 |
22.18% 539th/2430 |
- |
56.68% 1573rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.18% 1562nd/2937 |
34.37% 1197th/3483 |
- |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
63.78% 2854th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
77.38% 4888th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
- |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
73.62% 2933rd/3984 |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ruthann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ruthann" 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.