Rudi Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-dee / ˈruːdiGerman; Dutch
Meaning
Famous ruler; brave counsel
Historical & Cultural Background
Rudi is often considered a diminutive of names like Rudolf or Roderick. In German-speaking countries, it has been used as a standalone name. The name has gained some popularity in various cultures, particularly in Europe. It is often associated with strength and leadership due to its meanings.
Trend Summary
Rudi has seen limited use as a girl's name in the U.S., with occasional spikes in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rudie
- Rudy
International Variants
- Rudi (German)
- Rudi (Dutch)
Famous people named Rudi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rudi was first seen in the United States in 1985. Rudi has ranked as high as #1139 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Rudi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rudi (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 18 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 17 |