Rulon
Rulon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Famous land or ruler, related to Roland or Rurik.
Origin and history
Rulon is a rare male given name of Anglo-Saxon and Old Norse roots, likely derived from the name Roland or early Scandinavian elements like Rurik. It gained unique popularity within Latter-day Saint communities in the western United States, particularly Utah, during the late 19th and 20th centuries. Today, it remains an uncommon choice with deep regional ties.
Popularity in the United States
1,049 babies in the United States have been named Rulon since 1880. It ranks #3636 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- UT (89.6 %)
- ID (10.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 19 |
| 1910-1920 | 105 |
| 1920-1930 | 191 |
| 1930-1940 | 149 |
| 1940-1950 | 124 |
| 1950-1960 | 89 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 57 |
| 1980-1990 | 74 |
| 1990-2000 | 55 |
| 2000-2010 | 87 |
| 2010-2019 | 37 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Rulon
- Rulon Gardner: Wrestler, Olympic Athlete
- Rulon Jones: American Football Player
Fun facts
- Rulon Gardner famously won an Olympic gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling in 2000, defeating undefeated Russian wrestler Aleksandr Karelin.
- The name has historically seen its highest concentration of usage in Utah and Idaho.