Ruhama Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: roo-HAH-mah /ruːˈhɑː.mə/
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: comfort; consolation
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ruhama has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the word רוּחָמָה (Ruhamah), which translates to 'compassionate' or 'to have mercy.' This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Hosea, where it is associated with a daughter of the prophet Hosea, symbolizing God's mercy towards the people of Israel. The name's etymological journey continues through Greek, where it is rendered as Ρουάμα (Ruhama), and subsequently into Latin and various European languages, eventually making its way into English usage through biblical translations and religious texts.
Historically, the name Ruhama has been significant in Jewish tradition, particularly due to its biblical origins. The Book of Hosea, written in the 8th century BCE, is a key text that highlights themes of love, mercy, and redemption, with Ruhama serving as a poignant reminder of divine compassion.
The name has also been referenced in various religious contexts, including Christian interpretations of the Old Testament, where it is often associated with themes of forgiveness and grace. Culturally, Ruhama embodies a sense of nurturing and empathy, resonating with the values of compassion and mercy that are central to many religious and ethical teachings.
The name's enduring presence in religious texts and its association with significant moral themes have contributed to its lasting appeal. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, Ruhama itself remains a powerful symbol of kindness and understanding, reflecting its deep-rooted significance in both historical and spiritual contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ruhama was first seen in the United States in 1919.
Ruhama has ranked as high as #1408 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Ruhama has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ruhama is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ruhama was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Ruhama
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ruhama.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |