Ruthann
Ruthann is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Compassionate companion favored with grace.
Origin and history
Ruthann is an English compound name combining the biblical Hebrew name Ruth with the name Ann. Historically popular in mid-20th-century America, it remains a familiar traditional name though it is given less frequently today. It combines classic Hebrew etymological roots into a cohesive modern compound.
Popularity in the United States
7,098 babies in the United States have been named Ruthann since 1880. It ranks #2006 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1948.
States where it is most popular
- PA (21.9 %)
- MI (14.2 %)
- NY (11.3 %)
- OH (10.6 %)
- NJ (9.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 59 |
| 1920-1930 | 269 |
| 1930-1940 | 792 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,190 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,055 |
| 1960-1970 | 996 |
| 1970-1980 | 413 |
| 1980-1990 | 362 |
| 1990-2000 | 243 |
| 2000-2010 | 284 |
| 2010-2019 | 277 |
| 2020-2029 | 153 |
Famous people named Ruthann
- Ruthann Aron: Politician, Businessperson
- Ruthann Friedman: Musician, Songwriter
Nicknames
Ruth, Ruthie, Ann, Annie
Fun facts
- Ruthann represents a mid-20th century American trend of combining classic feminine names ending in consonant sounds with 'Ann' or 'Anne'.
- Both elements of the name trace back to ancient Hebrew names found in biblical traditions.