Rudd Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Rudd means 'red' or can refer to the Rudd fish.
Meaning of the Name Rudd
Rudd is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'rudd' which means 'red'. The name was originally a nickname for someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. It can also refer to the Rudd fish, a freshwater fish found in Europe. Overall, Rudd is a simple and straightforward name with connections to the color red and nature.
Popularity of the Name Rudd
The popularity for the name Rudd peaked in popularity in the year 1921 with 5 births, which ranked number 9,420 out of 9,727 unique names for that year. Rudd had the most male births in 1921 with 5, which ranked number 4,322 out of 4,985 male names.
Nationwide Popularity of Rudd
Popularity of Rudd by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Rudd. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Rudd in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Rudd is a great pick!
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