Ruger
Ruger is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous spear or derived from the Germanic name Hrodger.
Origin and history
Ruger is a surname-derived given name with Germanic roots, historically associated with the name modernly rendered as Roger. In the United States, its modern rise as a first name is often connected to the American firearms manufacturer Sturm, Ruger & Co. It remains a relatively rare but distinctly modern choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,356 babies in the United States have been named Ruger since 1880. It ranks #2674 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1294.
States where it is most popular
- OK (14.9 %)
- TX (14.8 %)
- UT (12.4 %)
- MO (10.5 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 71 |
| 2000-2010 | 316 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,303 |
| 2020-2029 | 666 |
Fun facts
- The name's modern popularity as a given name in the U.S. is strongly influenced by the well-known firearm company founded by William B. Ruger.
- Ruger shares the same Germanic roots as the classic English name Roger, coming from elements meaning fame and spear.