Ruddy
Boy nameRuddy has been given to 541 babies in the U.S. since 1927. It peaked in 1992.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
541
Peak year
1992 (27 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1927
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
1% girls / 99% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ruddy — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ruddy.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ruddy?
Ruddy has been given to 541 babies in the U.S. since 1927. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ruddy peak?
Ruddy peaked in 1992, when 27 babies were given the name.
Is Ruddy a girl or boy name?
Ruddy is primarily a boy name (99% of babies named Ruddy are boys).
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