Rudie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-dee / /ˈruːdi/Dutch; English
Meaning
Dutch: famous ruler; English: derived from Rudolph
Historical & Cultural Background
Rudie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Rudolph, which has Germanic roots. The name Rudolph means 'famous wolf' and has been popular in various cultures. In the Netherlands, Rudie is used as a standalone name, reflecting a trend of using diminutives as given names. The name has also been embraced in English-speaking countries, often associated with a friendly and approachable persona.
Trend Summary
Rudie has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often influenced by trends in diminutive names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rudy
International Variants
- Rudolfo (Italian)
- Rudolfs (Latvian)
Famous people named Rudie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rudie was first seen in the United States in 1913. Rudie has ranked as high as #1007 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rudie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rudie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |